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Geotechnical Engineering and Engineering Geology
  • Date submitted
    2023-12-07
  • Date accepted
    2024-11-07
  • Date published
    2025-04-07

Determination of the tangential component of cutting resistance during frozen sedimentary rock cutting using blocked, deeply blocked and cell cutting methods

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Due to the insufficient accuracy of existing studies of frozen sedimentary rock cutting process for practical calculations, the article solves the problem of determining the tangential component cutting resistance for blocked, deep blocked and cell cutting, which are currently the most commonly used methods in earthmoving equipment. The cutting tool and rock mass force interaction is considered from the point of view of the emerging stresses, which act on the separated chip element. The analytical dependences for determining the tangential component of cutting resistance were obtained. The numerical explanation of the choice of cell cutting in relation to blocked and deeply blocked cutting is given. For all three methods of cutting, under equal geometrical parameters of the cutting tool and the physical and mechanical properties of the frozen rock, the numerical value of the tangential component of cutting resistance is obtained. The comparison of the cutting resistance estimated values has shown that cell cutting requires relatively less energy and is preferred during the process of frozen sedimentary rock excavation. During field and laboratory investigations with the use of a multi-purpose cutting stand, a sufficient convergence of the analytical statements with the physics of frozen sedimentary rock cutting process was established. The results of the research allow a more reasonable approach to the adjustment of existing methods for determining the required tractive force and power for the drive of an excavation machine, and, therefore, to the actual efficiency and profitability of work.

How to cite: Shemyakin S.A., Shishkin E.A. Determination of the tangential component of cutting resistance during frozen sedimentary rock cutting using blocked, deeply blocked and cell cutting methods // Journal of Mining Institute. 2025. p. EDN FRCVVZ
Geotechnical Engineering and Engineering Geology
  • Date submitted
    2023-10-31
  • Date accepted
    2024-11-07
  • Date published
    2025-01-24

Specifics of magnetotelluric studies in Antarctica

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One of the priority areas of scientific research in Antarctica is the study of its deep structure. Most of the continent is covered with a thick ice sheet, so the main geoscientific data are acquired using geophysical methods, among which magnetotelluric (MT) ones have the greatest penetration depth and insignificant environmental impact. The possibility of acquiring high-quality MT data in the conditions of the sixth continent has long been questioned. The work is aimed at studying the specifics of magnetotelluric survey in Antarctica. The following tasks were set: to summarize the world experience of studying Antarctica using MT sounding methods; to identify factors that negatively affect the high-quality data acquisition; to determine methods for minimizing the influence of these factors. The article analyses geophysical studies conducted by the magnetotelluric sounding method in the Antarctic region from 1964 to the present. The application of the method is complicated by the following: extremely low temperature affects the drop in the batteries capacity, freezing of the non-polarizing electrodes solution, and changes in the strength properties of materials. Electromagnetic noise occurs during strong winds; proximity to the magnetotelluric field source can violate the plane wave principle on which the method is based. The ice sheet covering most of Antarctica does not allow acquiring optimal values of the contact resistance of the electrode grounding; the extended coastline distorts the acquired data. Studies of the influence of factors complicating the MT sounding method in the coastal and central parts of Antarctica made it possible to formulate recommendations for preparing equipment and adapting the work procedure, modifying the processing flow and a set of measures to ensure safety, the implementation of which will both allow safe performance of geophysical investigations and high-quality data acquisition.

How to cite: Davydkina T.V., Yankilevich A.A., Naumova A.N. Specifics of magnetotelluric studies in Antarctica // Journal of Mining Institute. 2025. p. EDN XCUAZK
Geotechnical Engineering and Engineering Geology
  • Date submitted
    2024-05-30
  • Date accepted
    2024-10-14
  • Date published
    2024-11-12

Thermodynamic modelling as a basis for forecasting phase states of hydrocarbon fluids at great and super-great depths

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The possibility of discovering oil and gas occurrences at great (more than 5 km) and super-great (more than 6 km) depths is considered in two aspects. The first one is the preservation conditions of large hydrocarbon accumulations forming at depths to 4 km and caused by different geological and tectonic processes occurring at great and super-great depths with partial oil-to-gas transformation. It was ascertained that among the factors controlling preservation of liquid and gaseous hydrocarbons are the temperature, pressure, subsidence rate (rate of temperature and pressure increase), time spent under ultrahigh thermobaric conditions, and initial composition of organic matter. The possibility of existence of liquid components of oil at great and super-great depths is characteristic of sedimentary basins of China, the Gulf of Mexico, the Santos and Campos basins on the Brazilian shelf, and in the Russian Federation it is most probable for the Caspian Depression, some submontane troughs and zones of intense accumulation of young sediments. Determination of critical temperatures and pressures of phase transitions and the onset of cracking is possible using the approach considered in the article, based on estimation of organic matter transformation degree, kinetic and thermobaric models taking into account the composition of hydrocarbon fluid. The second aspect is the estimation of composition of hydrocarbons associated with rocks forming at great depths or rocks transformed under conditions of critical temperatures and pressures. This aspect of considerable science intensity can hardly be considered as practically significant. The study focuses on the investigation of the possibilities of thermodynamic modelling and the use of alternative methods for studying the transformation degree of liquid formation fluid into components of the associated gas through the example of two areas with identified oil, condensate and gas accumulations.

How to cite: Prishchepa O.M., Lutskii D.S., Kireev S.B., Sinitsa N.V. Thermodynamic modelling as a basis for forecasting phase states of hydrocarbon fluids at great and super-great depths // Journal of Mining Institute. 2024. Vol. 269 . p. 815-832. EDN CWLSTC
Geotechnical Engineering and Engineering Geology
  • Date submitted
    2024-05-13
  • Date accepted
    2024-09-05
  • Date published
    2024-11-12

Potential trace element markers of naphthogenesis processes: modeling and experimentation

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With the growing demand for hydrocarbon energy resources, there is a need to involve oil fields at deeper horizons in processing and increase the profitability of their development. Reduction of expenses on prospecting works is possible at revealing and substantiation of physicochemical markers of the naphthogenesis processes. One of the key markers is the transition metals content, which are both a measure of oil age and markers of potential associated processes in the migration and formation of hydrocarbons in the Earth's strata. The elemental composition of samples of oil and reservoir rocks of the Timan-Pechora field was studied. Based on the results of thermodynamic modeling, plausible processes of contact rock minerals transformation were proposed. Based on the results of molecular modeling the probable structure of vanadium and nickel host molecules in the heavy fraction of oils is proposed. The ratios of transition metal and sulfur contents were experimentally established, and assumptions about possible mechanisms of formation of deep hydrocarbon reservoirs were made. Analysis of the obtained ratios of transition metal contents in reservoir rocks and oil samples allowed to suggest possible processes of mantle fluids contact with the host rock and subsequent accumulation of hydrocarbons on sorption active rocks. According to the combined results of experimental and theoretical studies it was found that polymers of heavy fraction more selectively capture vanadium, which indicates the predominance of vanadium content in oil-bearing rocks in relation to the content of nickel. In this case, oil acts as a transport of transition metals, leaching them from the bedrock.

How to cite: Aleksandrova T.N., Kuznetsov V.V., Nikolaeva N.V. Potential trace element markers of naphthogenesis processes: modeling and experimentation // Journal of Mining Institute. 2024. Vol. 269 . p. 687-699. EDN OXGNYL
Geotechnical Engineering and Engineering Geology
  • Date submitted
    2022-08-10
  • Date accepted
    2023-02-28
  • Date published
    2024-02-29

Selection of the required number of circulating subs in a special assembly and investigation of their performance during drilling of radial branching channels by sectional positive displacement motors

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The task of sludge removal to the surface during construction of directional and horizontal wells and strongly curved radial channels is relevant. For stable operation of technical system “Perfobore”, it is proposed to use a circulating sub that ensures efficient cleaning of channel wellbore from the drilled rock. Two schemes of technical system “Perfobore” are considered, consisting of two seven-meter coiled tubing, a positive displacement motor, a bit and one circulating sub in the first scheme and two subs in the second scheme. For each of the schemes CFD modeling was implemented to determine values of pressure and speed. It was found out that the use of two circulating subs in the assembly is more efficient. In order to confirm the numerical experiment, bench tests were carried out. It was determined that the designed circulating sub can eject up to 25 % of pumped drilling fluid. The bench tests of full-size technical system “Perfobore” for drilling 14-meter channels with two circulating subs showed that the axial load on positive displacement motor produced by hydraulic loader was 3000 N and pressure drop depending on flow rate was 1.5-2.0 MPa. This allows the motor to operate at maximum power.

How to cite: Lyagov I.А., Lyagov A.V., Isangulov D.R., Lyagova А.А. Selection of the required number of circulating subs in a special assembly and investigation of their performance during drilling of radial branching channels by sectional positive displacement motors // Journal of Mining Institute. 2024. Vol. 265 . p. 78-86. EDN ZBPWKU
Modern Trends in Hydrocarbon Resources Development
  • Date submitted
    2022-06-09
  • Date accepted
    2022-11-17
  • Date published
    2022-12-29

Drilling of deep and ultra-deep wells for prospecting and exploration of new raw mineral fields

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Scientific and technological progress over the last century has led to an enormous increase in the consumption of minerals, including energy resources. Most of the exploited oil and gas fields are already considerably depleted, so it is necessary to search for new hydrocarbon resources, particularly at great depths. Deep drilling plays a special role in solving this problem. The article considers the world and Russian experience of ultra-deep wells drilling. The methods and technologies used in the construction of wells, as well as complications and accidents occurring during their drilling were analyzed. The analysis revealed that the existing limitations for drilling parameters of deep and ultra-deep wells are caused by the technical characteristics of surface and bottomhole drilling equipment, which do not meet the extreme drilling conditions. The directions for development of deep and ultra-deep well drilling machinery and technologies are suggested. The notion of extreme rock and geological drilling conditions is introduced, which describes drilling in conditions of hydrostatic pressure of flushing fluid column and high bottomhole temperature both at stable and unstable wellbore conditions, coming close to the upper limit of operating technical characteristics of bottomhole assembly, the drill string and flushing fluid.

How to cite: Dvoynikov M.V., Sidorkin D.I., Yurtaev S.L., Grokhotov E.I., Ulyanov D.S. Drilling of deep and ultra-deep wells for prospecting and exploration of new raw mineral fields // Journal of Mining Institute. 2022. Vol. 258 . p. 945-955. DOI: 10.31897/PMI.2022.55
Geotechnical Engineering and Engineering Geology
  • Date submitted
    2021-05-19
  • Date accepted
    2022-04-07
  • Date published
    2022-04-29

On the possibility of reducing man-made burden on benthic biotic communities when mining solid minerals using technical means of various designs

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The paper analyses features of the species composition and diversity of biotic communities living within the ferromanganese nodule fields (the Clarion-Clipperton field), cobalt-manganese crusts (the Magellan Seamounts) and deep-sea polymetallic sulphides (the Ashadze-1, Ashadze-2, Logatchev and Krasnov fields) in the Russian exploration areas of the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans. Prospects of mining solid minerals of the world’s oceans with the least possible damage to the marine ecosystems are considered that cover formation of the sediment plumes and roiling of significant volumes of water as a result of collecting the minerals as well as conservation of the hydrothermal fauna and microbiota, including in the impact zone of high temperature hydrothermal vents. Different concepts and layout options for deep-water mining complexes (the Indian and Japanese concepts as well as those of the Nautilus Minerals and Saint Petersburg Mining University) are examined with respect to their operational efficiency. The main types of mechanisms that are part of the complexes are identified and assessed based on the defined priorities that include the ecological aspect, i.e. the impact on the seabed environment; manufacturing and operating costs; and specific energy consumption, i.e. the technical and economic indicators. The presented morphological analysis gave grounds to justify the layout of a deep-sea minerals collecting unit, i.e. a device with suction chambers and a grip arm walking gear, selected based on the environmental key priority. Pilot experimental studies of physical and mechanical properties of cobalt-manganese crust samples were performed through application of bilateral axial force using spherical balls (indenters) and producing a rock strength passport to assess further results of the experimental studies. Experimental destructive tests of the cobalt-manganese crust by impact and cutting were carried out to determine the impact load and axial cutting force required for implementation of the collecting system that uses a clamshell-type effector with a built-in impactor.

How to cite: Sudarikov S.M., Yungmeister D.A., Korolev R.I., Petrov V.A. On the possibility of reducing man-made burden on benthic biotic communities when mining solid minerals using technical means of various designs // Journal of Mining Institute. 2022. Vol. 253 . p. 82-96. DOI: 10.31897/PMI.2022.14
Mining
  • Date submitted
    2021-03-30
  • Date accepted
    2021-07-27
  • Date published
    2021-10-21

Integrated development of iron ore deposits based on competitive underground geotechnologies

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The article presents an analytical review of the current state of the iron ore base of the ferrous metallurgy of Russia and the world, identifies the largest iron ore provinces and iron ore producers. The promising directions of development and improvement of the quality of the iron ore base of Russia and the features of the development of new deposits of rich iron ores are identified. Effective technologies for the development of rich iron ores deposits that ensure an increase in production volumes are proposed. The geomechanical justification of rational technological parameters that are easily adapted to changes in mining and geological conditions has been performed. Based on the results of field studies, the use of an elastic-plastic model with the Coulomb – Mohr strength criterion for modeling changes in the stress-strain state of an ore rock mass during mining operations is justified and recommendations for ensuring the stability of mine workings are developed. Effective engineering and technical solutions for the complex development and deep processing of rich iron ores with the production of fractionated sinter ore, which increases the efficiency of metallurgical processes, the production of high-grade iron oxide pigments and iron ore briquettes, which increase the competitiveness of iron ore companies and the full use of the resource potential of deposits, are presented.

How to cite: Trushko V.L., Trushko O.V. Integrated development of iron ore deposits based on competitive underground geotechnologies // Journal of Mining Institute. 2021. Vol. 250 . p. 569-577. DOI: 10.31897/PMI.2021.4.10
Geology
  • Date submitted
    2020-05-28
  • Date accepted
    2021-07-27
  • Date published
    2021-10-21

On the applicability of electromagnetic monitoring of hydraulic fracturing

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The purpose of this work is to assess the possibilities of using electromagnetic monitoring to study the development of a fracture system generated by hydraulic fracturing (HF) with a specified position of the controlled source. The option with the source (a vertical electric dipole) located in the interval of the oil-bearing formation and ground-based measurements was chosen as the most promising monitoring plan. We have built a geoelectric model equivalent to the system of hydraulic fractures, divided into 11 zones corresponding to HF stages. For the selected model, mathematical simulation was performed by solving the direct problem considering the impact of the steel casing, the presence of which reduced the effect. Despite this fact, no strong distortion of electromagnetic field anomaly was observed above the HF zone. Analysis of the simulation results at different HF stages showed that as new hydraulic fractures appeared and were filled with electrically conductive proppant, the total effect increased. The data on electric field anomaly demonstrated maximum deviation from the background level of more than 2 %. Provided that the studied formation is characterized by sufficient electrical conductivity, its magnetic field also becomes informative.

How to cite: Grigorev G.S., Salishchev M.V., Senchina N.P. On the applicability of electromagnetic monitoring of hydraulic fracturing // Journal of Mining Institute. 2021. Vol. 250 . p. 492-500. DOI: 10.31897/PMI.2021.4.2
Mining
  • Date submitted
    2020-05-19
  • Date accepted
    2021-03-02
  • Date published
    2021-04-26

Results of Comprehensive Geophysical Studies on the Search for Crypts on the Territory of Suburban Necropolis of Tauric Chersonese in the Karantinnaya Balka

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The article presents the results of comprehensive studies carried out by the research team of Saint Petersburg Mining University in cooperation with the specialists from the State Museum-Preserve "Tauric Chersonese" in 2019. The purpose of the work was to discover and map antique and medieval crypts (ancient burial structures) on the territory of suburban necropolis of Tauric Chersonese in the Karantinnaya balka. The complex of geophysical methods included continuous ground penetrating radar sounding at two center frequencies of 350 and 500 MHz and contactless electrical tomography. To minimize spatial errors in the process of studies, topographic and geodetic works were carried out. For the first time wave electromagnetic effects were identified, which indicated the positions of hidden underground crypts. Geological factors were established that are favorable for cutting crypts in the layered thickness of Sarmatian limestones. The obtained results allowed to justify the feasibility of continuing geophysical works at the necropolis in order to study interior space of the discovered crypts and to determine the boundaries of archaeological heritage.

How to cite: Glazunov V.V., Ageev A.S., Gorelik G.D., Sarapulkina T.V. Results of Comprehensive Geophysical Studies on the Search for Crypts on the Territory of Suburban Necropolis of Tauric Chersonese in the Karantinnaya Balka // Journal of Mining Institute. 2021. Vol. 247 . p. 12-19. DOI: 10.31897/PMI.2021.1.2
Mining
  • Date submitted
    2019-06-29
  • Date accepted
    2019-08-25
  • Date published
    2019-12-24

New technical solutions for ventilation in deep quarries

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The paper discusses the issues of ventilating in deep quarries caused by the intensification of blasting operations at great depths, the increased distance of ore truck transportation to the daylight area, constant change in the geometrical parameters of the quarry, its microrelief and direction of mining, and increased isolation of the mined space from the environment. We provide a brief analysis of the current tools for forced airflow in deep quarries, which showed that the use of forced ventilation is often challenging since it leads to high energy consumption, high level of noise exceeding the permissible parameters, and high speeds of forced air flows may blow the dust off the quarry surfaces. The article presents methods and tools developed at the Siberian Federal University for intensifying the natural airflow in deep quarries by changing the air density at the entrance and exit points of the pit, as well as heating the shady areas using mirrors and solar energy, which do not interfere with mining and blasting operations.

How to cite: Shakhrai S.G., Kurchin G.S., Sorokin A.G. New technical solutions for ventilation in deep quarries // Journal of Mining Institute. 2019. Vol. 240 . p. 654-659. DOI: 10.31897/PMI.2019.6.654
Oil and gas
  • Date submitted
    2019-07-10
  • Date accepted
    2019-08-30
  • Date published
    2019-12-24

Methodology for calculating technical efficiency of power sections in small-sized screw downhole motors for the «Perfobur» system

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With an increase in the share of old and low-yield wells and for the efficient exploitation of fields, it is necessary to include low-capacity formations into production. There are many wells where sidetracking and hydraulic fracturing are difficult due to the close proximity of the gas cap and underlying water caused by geological and technological reasons, and the use of existing secondary drilling-in technologies is not effective due to the extensive colmatated zone or annular circulation. Relevance of radial drilling technologies is growing, which allows drilling-in of the formation with a network of extended channels to establish high-quality hydraulic communication between the formation and the well without affecting the permeability of the formation. In contrast to radial drilling technologies using hydraulic washing, technical system (TS) «Perfobur» uses small-sized screw downhole motors (SDM) and rock cutting tools for channel construction. For efficient milling of production casing and destruction of rock, the hydraulic downhole motor must have high torque, and for the possibility of drilling with a high rate of angle gain, it must have short power section. Existing Russian and foreign SDM have limited number of standard sizes and do not meet the requirements specified for the development of the downhole module of TS «Perfobur». The paper discusses the development of universal small-sized sectional screw downhole motors for milling casing strings and drilling a network of branched channels of super-small diameter and radius of curvature as a part of the TS «Perfobur». Methodology proposed in the article for selecting optimal configuration of the SDM power sections allows constructing small-sized sectional downhole motor that meets the technical requirements and has improved characteristics compared to standard SDM.

How to cite: Lyagov I.A., Baldenko F.D., Lyagov A.V., Yamaliev V.U., Lyagova A.A. Methodology for calculating technical efficiency of power sections in small-sized screw downhole motors for the «Perfobur» system // Journal of Mining Institute. 2019. Vol. 240 . p. 694-700. DOI: 10.31897/PMI.2019.6.694
Geology
  • Date submitted
    2018-11-10
  • Date accepted
    2019-01-17
  • Date published
    2019-04-23

AMT soundings in the dead band within the Chukotka region (Russian Far East)

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The article analyzes the amplitude spectra of audio magnetotelluric sounding (AMTs) data. Particular attention is focused on the frequency range from 1 to 5 kHz, which is called dead band. We analyzed the data of base stations used in the fieldwork during the summer and autumn seasons in 2013, 2014, and 2017. The area of work is located in the Chukotka Autonomous Area beyond the Arctic Circle. Previous researchers noted that a reliable signal in the dead band can only be obtained at nighttime. The authors of the article found that in Chukotka region in the daytime against the minimum signal within the dead band there is a local maximum at a frequency of 2.4 kHz. When registering a field for more than 3 hours during daytime, in most cases, it is possible to restore the frequencies of 2.2 and 2.6 kHz. These frequencies are reliable benchmarks, allowing in some cases to restore the AMT curve using the correlation between amplitude and phase. We have proposed ways to improve data quality in the dead band when measured during the daytime.

How to cite: Ermolin E.Y., Ingerov O., Yankilevich A.A., Pokrovskaya N.N. AMT soundings in the dead band within the Chukotka region (Russian Far East) // Journal of Mining Institute. 2019. Vol. 236 . p. 125-132. DOI: 10.31897/PMI.2019.2.125
Metallurgy and concentration
  • Date submitted
    2018-01-15
  • Date accepted
    2018-02-28
  • Date published
    2018-06-22

About the role of hydrafed calcium carboaluminates in improving the technology of complex processing of nephelines

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The scientific justification and development of the method for industrial synthesis of complex aluminates of alkaline earth metals is an innovative solution that determined several directions in the development of technology for complex processing of nepheline raw materials. It ensures the production of high-quality metallurgical alumina, the effective utilization of nepheline sludge and production of new types of multipurpose by-products. The modern development of these technical solutions is associated with ensuring the energy efficiency of the synthesis of hydrafed calcium carboaluminates (HCCA) and increasing the level of purification of aluminate solutions. The conditions for synthesizing HCCA with the use of calcareous materials of natural and technogenic origin have been experimentally determined, which makes it possible to isolate the average particle diameter as one of the determining factors of this process. The effect of the turnover of the hydrogarnet sludge on the removal of kinetic limitations in the process of deep desalination of aluminous solutions is theoretically justified. The conditions of a two-stage dosage of HCCA are experimentally determined. It is shown that the optimum ratio of the amount of the reagent supplied in the first and second stages is about 3: 2. At the same time, the maximum degree of precipitation of silica provides the production of aluminate solutions with a silicon module at the level of 95,000, which is achieved by using a HCCA synthesized based on chemically precipitated calcium carbonate in the processing of wastes from the production of mineral fertilizers.

How to cite: Sizyakov V.M., Brichkin V.N. About the role of hydrafed calcium carboaluminates in improving the technology of complex processing of nephelines // Journal of Mining Institute. 2018. Vol. 231 . p. 292-298. DOI: 10.25515/PMI.2018.3.292
Geology
  • Date submitted
    2016-11-18
  • Date accepted
    2016-12-28
  • Date published
    2017-04-14

Frequency electromagnetic sounding with industrial power lines on Karelia-Kola geotraverse

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The paper describes theory, method and first experimental results of research on the interaction between electromagnetic waves of extremely low and ultra low frequency (0.1-200 Hz), the Earth crust and ionosphere in the field of two mutually orthogonal industrial power lines, 109 and 120 km long, in the course of FENICS experiment (Fennoscandian Electrical conductivity from Natural and Induction Control Source soundings). The main focus was on the observation results along the line of Karelia-Kola geotraverse over a distance of 700 km from the source. High horizontal homogeneity of geoelectrical lithosphere section has been detected in the eastern part of the Baltic shield at depth range from 10-15 to 50-70 km. Parameters of «regular» lithosphere section have been specified to the depth of 60-70 km. As a result of inverse problem solution for the western part of Karelia and Central Finland, a zone of decreased transverse resistivity has been detected at the depth of 50-60 km, corresponding to the area, detected by seismic methods, where Moho boundary reaches the same depth.

How to cite: Shevtsov A.N., Zhamaletdinov A.A., Kolobov V.V., Barannik M.B. Frequency electromagnetic sounding with industrial power lines on Karelia-Kola geotraverse // Journal of Mining Institute. 2017. Vol. 224 . p. 178-188. DOI: 10.18454/PMI.2017.2.178
Geology
  • Date submitted
    2016-10-30
  • Date accepted
    2017-01-02
  • Date published
    2017-04-14

Result of combining data from impulse electrical prospecting and aeromagnetic prospecting for groundwater exploration in the south of Yakutia

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In 2014 in the south of Yakutia in the course of groundwater exploration works a complex of geophysical methods was tested: aeromagnetic and electrical prospecting was carried out using near-field transient sounding and electromagnetic sounding with induced polarization. Prospective structures for hydrogeological drilling are zones of discontinuous tectonic faults. In order to identify them, data from aeromagnetic and electrical prospecting were used. Results of drilling confirmed the presence of watered areas; however, analysis of obtained information allowed to come to the conclusion that the amount of water in the faults has no direct connection to electrical conductivity.

How to cite: Davydenko A.Y., Aikasheva N.A., Bukhalov S.V., Davydenko Y.A. Result of combining data from impulse electrical prospecting and aeromagnetic prospecting for groundwater exploration in the south of Yakutia // Journal of Mining Institute. 2017. Vol. 224 . p. 156-162. DOI: 10.18454/PMI.2017.2.156
Mining
  • Date submitted
    2016-09-04
  • Date accepted
    2016-11-14
  • Date published
    2017-02-22

Methodology of reducing rock bump hazard during room and rillar mining of North Ural deep bauxite deposits

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The article describes practical experience of using room and pillar mining (RAPM) under conditions of deep horizons and dynamic overburden pressure. It was identified that methods of rock pressure control efficient at high horizons do not meet safety requirements when working at existing depths, that is explained by changes in geodynamic processes during mining. With deeper depth, the geodynamic processes become more intensive and number of pillar and roof failures increase. When working at 800 m the breakage of mine structures became massive and unpredictable, which paused a question of development and implementation of tools for compliance assessment of used elements of RAPM and mining, geological, technical and geodynamic conditions of North Ural bauxite deposits and further development of guidelines for safe mining under conditions of deep horizons and dynamic rock pressure. It describes reasons of mine structure failures in workings depending on natural and man-caused factors, determines possible hazards and objects of geomechanic support. It also includes compliance assessment of tools used for calculations of RAPM structures, forecast and measures for rock tectonic bursts at mines of OAO “Sevuralboksitruda” (SUBR). It describes modernization and development of new geomechanic support of RAPM considering natural and technogenic hazards. The article presents results of experimental testing of new parameters of RAPM construction elements of SUBR mines. It has data on industrial implementation of developed regulatory and guideline documents at these mines for identification of valid parameters of RAPM elements at deep depths.

How to cite: Sidorov D.V. Methodology of reducing rock bump hazard during room and rillar mining of North Ural deep bauxite deposits // Journal of Mining Institute. 2017. Vol. 223 . p. 58-69. DOI: 10.18454/PMI.2017.1.58
Geology
  • Date submitted
    2016-09-21
  • Date accepted
    2016-11-04
  • Date published
    2017-02-22

Combined 2D inversion of electrotomographic and audio-magnetotellurgic sounding data to solve mining problems

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Electrical methods of exploration are widely applied in prospecting and estimation of ore mineral resources. It is not always that geoelectrical models obtained in the course of interpretation of different types of electric and electromagnetic sounding are in line with each other. This leads to difficulties in geological interpretation of electrical exploration results. In single cases a geological model can be built that with great precision satisfies data from different electrical explorations, for instance, results of geometric and inductive electromagnetic soundings. For this purpose an algorithm of combined inversion of electrotomographic and audio-megnetotellurgic sounding data has been developed and implemented by A.E.Kaminskii in software ZondRes2D. Advantage of combined inversion has been shown for investigation of sections up till 400-500 m deep on synthetic models and actual field data.

How to cite: Kulikov V.A., Kaminskii A.E., Yakovlev A.G. Combined 2D inversion of electrotomographic and audio-magnetotellurgic sounding data to solve mining problems // Journal of Mining Institute. 2017. Vol. 223 . p. 9-19. DOI: 10.18454/PMI.2017.1.9
Geology
  • Date submitted
    2014-12-25
  • Date accepted
    2015-02-01
  • Date published
    2015-12-25

Deep structure and composition characteristics of the continental earth's crust geostructures on the Russian Federation territory

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Principal features of deep structure and composition of the lithosphere geostructures of the continental part of the Russian Federation territory are characterized within the radial-zonal model of the Earth’s crust. The principal units of the model are megablocks (paleoplites) with ancient layered continental crust and interblock megazones (structures of tension, compression and shear), separating them. The results of the geological-geophysical modeling are presented in the form of layer by layer deep structure schemes – of consolidated basement and of the platform cover and accompanied by a set of the earth's crust sections, carried out along regional profiles, performed with the application of a deep seismic sounding (DSS) method and reflected waves of common depth point (CDP) method.

How to cite: Egorov A.S. Deep structure and composition characteristics of the continental earth’s crust geostructures on the Russian Federation territory // Journal of Mining Institute. 2015. Vol. 216 . p. 13-30.
Geology and geophsics
  • Date submitted
    2010-07-01
  • Date accepted
    2010-09-12
  • Date published
    2011-03-21

Usage modern computer techniques for validation of actions guaranteeing opening strength of pit edge

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In this article is described an example of using program Modflow for the issues of oreation geofiltration processes numerical simulation on procedure of horizontal drainage well simulation. Also is estimated stability of pit edges in case of using system horizontal drains.

How to cite: Kotlov S.N. Usage modern computer techniques for validation of actions guaranteeing opening strength of pit edge // Journal of Mining Institute. 2011. Vol. 189 . p. 34-37.
Geology and geophsics
  • Date submitted
    2010-07-23
  • Date accepted
    2010-09-18
  • Date published
    2011-03-21

Amplitude-phase correction of additional MT impedance curves for two dimensional structures

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The regularities of the amplitudes and phases connections of MT-impedance tensor components for 2D geoelectrical synthetic models have been considered. The amplitude-phase correction (APC) allows to improve the quality of data processing results both for the main and for the additional impedances. It also gives a possibility to suppress biased data for noise pollution data. Recommendations on accuracy rising of determination of tensor impedance components in the MT-data processing have been defined on the base of found regularities.

How to cite: Ermolin E.Y. Amplitude-phase correction of additional MT impedance curves for two dimensional structures // Journal of Mining Institute. 2011. Vol. 189 . p. 23-26.
Geophysics
  • Date submitted
    2008-10-14
  • Date accepted
    2008-12-21
  • Date published
    2009-12-11

Results of profile magnetotelluric researches at the Ozernoye ore cluster in Buryatiya Republic

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Primary results of MT profiles surveys interpretation are presented. The investigations have been carried out in 2007. Ozernoye pyrite-polymetallic deposit is of special interest. Magnetotelluric and audiomagnetotelluric investigations have been carried along one profile, crossing all over the territory of Ozernoye ore cluster, and along some more detailed profiles inside already discovered deposits. As a result of the investigations some new data on relict structure, which is the host of Ozernoye pyrite-polymetallic deposit, are obtaned.

How to cite: Pechenkin M.M., Shelekhov A.N., Bogatyrev L.I. Results of profile magnetotelluric researches at the Ozernoye ore cluster in Buryatiya Republic // Journal of Mining Institute. 2009. Vol. 183 . p. 268-271.
Geophysics
  • Date submitted
    2008-10-25
  • Date accepted
    2008-12-29
  • Date published
    2009-12-11

Geoelectrical investigation of promising oil and gas bearing areas in the south part of Siberian plat-form

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The investigations were carried out in Eastern Siberia on the Ust-Orda national region territory using the groups of methods on direct and alternating current. Multicomponent registration of electrical and electromagnetic parameters has been used. Field data interpretation stage included adaptation of software for a concrete experimental data, substantiation of interpretational models formation methods and the analysis of all a priori information. As a result, quantitative estimations of thickness and geoelectrical parameters of geological complexes were obtained. Moreover, complex tectonic structures were allocated and the most promising areas for detailed works were chosen.

How to cite: Nevedrova N.N., Epov M.I., Sanchaa A.M., Babushkin S.M. Geoelectrical investigation of promising oil and gas bearing areas in the south part of Siberian plat-form // Journal of Mining Institute. 2009. Vol. 183 . p. 260-263.