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Energy industry
  • Date submitted
    2023-03-14
  • Date accepted
    2023-06-20
  • Date published
    2023-07-19

A reliability study of the traction drive system in haul trucks based on failure analysis of their functional parts

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The efficiency of a mining and processing plant depends on the level of complex mechanization of the production process. In mineral extraction, haulage is a major cost category, with haul trucks being the key component of the mining transportation system. To improve production performance, mining operations can increase their haulage turnover and reduce transportation costs, which necessitates making haul trucks more reliable. This can be done by improving their mean time to first failure (MTFF) indicators. This article analyzes the reliability status of the traction drive system inhaul trucks operating in the mineral resources sector. It provides a quantitative assessment of traction drive system failures resulting from part defects and discusses the associated repair costs. By examining failure data from 2018 to 2022 and the results of vibration tests performed on a diesel generator, the study reveals that the most expensive failures are associated with defects in the synchronous generator, which are primarily caused by elevated external vibrations. Based on basic vibration tests and vibration spectra tests at different operating modes, recommendations have been formulated concerning the generator’s robustness to external mechanical forces and the ways to increase the generator’s protection grade to prevent dust intrusion. The study also identifies the frequency range that poses the greatest risk of damage to the windings.

How to cite: Nazarychev A.N., Dyachenok G.V., Sychev Y.A. A reliability study of the traction drive system in haul trucks based on failure analysis of their functional parts // Journal of Mining Institute. 2023. Vol. 261 . p. 363-373. EDN HCLPJB
Geotechnical Engineering and Engineering Geology
  • Date submitted
    2022-09-27
  • Date accepted
    2023-04-03
  • Date published
    2023-12-25

The study of displacing ability of lignosulfonate aqueous solutions on sand packed tubes

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This paper presents the findings of laboratory studies of rheological properties and oil displacing ability of aqueous solutions of technical grade lignosulfonate done on the sand packed tube models. The solutions containing lignosulfonate can be useful as displacement agents in development of watered reservoirs with heterogeneous porosity and permeability. When used at high concentrations, technical grade lignosulfonate can achieve selective shut-off while maintaining the reservoir pressure. The oil displacement efficiency is improved by means of redistributing the flows and selective isolation of high-permeability zones. The use of such compositions allows increasing the sweep of low-permeability reservoir zones by created pressure differential and displacing the residual oil.

How to cite: Dorfman M.B., Sentemov A.А., Belozerov I.P. The study of displacing ability of lignosulfonate aqueous solutions on sand packed tubes // Journal of Mining Institute. 2023. Vol. 264 . p. 865-873. EDN DZDUVM
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
Geotechnical Engineering and Engineering Geology
  • Date submitted
    2022-07-15
  • Date accepted
    2022-12-13
  • Date published
    2023-02-27

Mathematical modelling of displacement during the potash ores mining by longwall faces

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In favourable mining conditions, in particular at the Starobinskoye potash deposit (Belarus), longwall mining systems are used. They cause a high human-induced load on the subsoil, including intense deformation of the ground surface. The presented investigations are aimed at studying the dynamics of the ground surface displacement during the longwall face advance. Mathematical modelling was carried out in an elastic-plastic formulation with numerical implementation by the finite element method. The condition for the roof rocks collapse was opening of the contact between the seams when its boundaries were reached by shear fractures or formation of the tensile stresses area at the outcrop. With the working front advance, an increase in subsidence is observed, followed by its stabilization to a value determined by the process parameters of mining operations and the physical and mechanical properties of collapsed rocks. In this case, each point of the ground surface experiences sign-alternating horizontal deformations: when the front approaches, it causes tension, and when it moves away, compression. The obtained results of mathematical modelling are in good agreement with the data of instrumental measurements of the ground surface displacements, which indicates the adequate description of the rock mass deformation during the slice excavation of sylvinite seams by longwall faces.

How to cite: Baryakh A.A., Devyatkov S.Y., Denkevich E.T. Mathematical modelling of displacement during the potash ores mining by longwall faces // Journal of Mining Institute. 2023. Vol. 259 . p. 13-20. DOI: 10.31897/PMI.2023.11
Geology
  • Date submitted
    2021-03-18
  • Date accepted
    2021-11-30
  • Date published
    2021-12-27

Deformations assessment during subway escalator tunnels construction by the method of artificial freezing of soil for the stage of ice wall formation

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The work is devoted to the study of the processes of displacement and deformation of the surface during the escalator tunnels construction of the subway by the method of artificial freezing of soils. The features of the construction and freezing technology, the rocks characteristics in which the escalator tunnels made are considered. The data of specially organized, full-scale surveying observations of deformations on the earth surface are presented. The main factors influencing deformation processes in the frozen strata of a layered inhomogeneous rock mass with inclined tunneling are determined, the complexity of the predictive task and the need to simplify the design scheme are shown. The work is focused on the assessment of the least studied geomechanical processes of soil heaving-uplifts and deformations during the periods of active and passive freezing stages. When studying the displacements processes of the earth surface and rock mass, the finite element method and analysis of the obtained data using field observations of displacements were used. A simplified calculation scheme is proposed for modeling, which allows taking into account the uneven influence of frozen rocks of an inhomogeneous layered rock mass with a large inclined tunneling. The satisfactory convergence of the data of field surveying observations on the earth surface and the results of modeling geomechanical processes for the period of active and passive freezing stages is shown. The proposed calculation scheme is recommended for the prediction of deformation at the stages of underground construction, characterized by the development of the most dangerous tensile deformations of buildings and structures on the surface.

How to cite: Volokhov E.M., Mukminova D.Z. Deformations assessment during subway escalator tunnels construction by the method of artificial freezing of soil for the stage of ice wall formation // Journal of Mining Institute. 2021. Vol. 252 . p. 826-839. DOI: 10.31897/PMI.2021.6.5
Electromechanics and mechanical engineering
  • Date submitted
    2020-05-15
  • Date accepted
    2020-06-12
  • Date published
    2021-06-24

One of the ways to increase the durability of the sectional pump balancing ring

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The article presents the results of scientific research aimed at struggling the adhesive wear of parts of sectional pumps balancing ring, where the drainage units pumping equipment of the Russian Federation underground kimberlite mines was used as an object of research. It has been theoretically proven and experimentally confirmed that if there is data on the total operating time of a sectional pump in transient modes per day, using the constructed regression model, it is possible to calculate with high accuracy the average operating time of its balancing ring unit to failure. The constructed regression model is applicable only to sectional pumps of drainage units of underground kimberlite mines in the Russian Federation. It is possible to increase the durability of the balancing ring by reducing the acceleration and deceleration time of the sectional pump; for safe operation, it should be at least 10 s. Pilot tests carried out indicate the effectiveness of the proposed method for prompt identification of the critical axial displacement of the sectional pump rotor through the vibration of the discharge tube. The introduction of this method will reduce the cost of repair work to restore the performance of parts of the hydraulic foot to a minimum.

How to cite: Ovchinnikov N.P. One of the ways to increase the durability of the sectional pump balancing ring // Journal of Mining Institute. 2021. Vol. 248 . p. 312-318. DOI: 10.31897/PMI.2021.2.15
Mining
  • Date submitted
    2021-01-25
  • Date accepted
    2021-02-22
  • Date published
    2021-04-26

Conducting industrial explosions near gas pipelines

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The problem to ensure the safety of objects which are in the area of blasting operations, ensuring the destruction of hard rocks, remains relevant. The article presents the results of a large-scale experiment to determine the safe conditions for conducting drilling and blasting operations near the active gas pipeline. The simplest and most reliable way to ensure the safety of the protected object from seismic impact is to reduce the intensity of the seismic wave, which is achieved by changing the parameters of drilling and blasting operations. This requires research to determine the impact of blasting operations on the parameters of seismic waves and the development of methods for measuring these parameters. The paper presents a detailed analysis of the seismic blast wave impact on the displacement of the ground and the model gas pipeline. The features of seismic monitoring during blasting operations near the active gas pipeline are shown. The seismic coefficients and attenuation coefficient of seismic waves are determined. It is proved that the readings of the seismic receivers on the surface and in the depth of the massive differ by two or more times.

How to cite: khokhlov S.V., Sokolov S.T., Vinogradov Y.I., Frenkel I.B. Conducting industrial explosions near gas pipelines // Journal of Mining Institute. 2021. Vol. 247 . p. 48-56. DOI: 10.31897/PMI.2021.1.6
Electromechanics and mechanical engineering
  • Date submitted
    2020-05-16
  • Date accepted
    2021-03-02
  • Date published
    2021-04-26

Study of drive currents for lifting bridge cranes of metallurgical enterprises for early diagnosis of load excess weight

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The article discusses an approach based on the analysis of the drive motor currents to create an additional means of protection against emergency situations during the operation of bridge cranes associated with lifting a load with a mass exceeding the permissible one . A mathematical model of an overhead crane drive is described, as well as the results of computer simulation. It is shown that in the process of lifting up, before the stage of lifting the load, the stator current of the drive electric motor does not depend of the load mass, but when the load is detached, already for several periods of the mains voltage after the rope is pulled, when the mass of the load is exceeded, a measurable excess of the amplitude value of the current is recorded. This pattern has been confirmed for a number of cranes of various lifting capacities used at metallurgical enterprises. The possibility of diagnosing excess weight of the lifted load with a higher speed than existing mechanical methods of overload control is demonstrated, at the same time it is not required to make changes to the structural elements of overhead cranes.

How to cite: Semykina I.Y., Kipervasser M.V., Gerasimuk A.V. Study of drive currents for lifting bridge cranes of metallurgical enterprises for early diagnosis of load excess weight // Journal of Mining Institute. 2021. Vol. 247 . p. 122-131. DOI: 10.31897/PMI.2021.1.13
Oil and gas
  • Date submitted
    2020-05-05
  • Date accepted
    2020-10-05
  • Date published
    2020-11-24

Assessment of the Influence of Water Saturation and Capillary Pressure Gradients on Size Formation of Two-Phase Filtration Zone in Compressed Low-Permeable Reservoir

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The paper examines the influence of capillary pressure and water saturation ratio gradients on the size of the two-phase filtration zone during flooding of a low-permeable reservoir. Variations of water saturation ratio s in the zone of two-phase filtration are associated with the pressure variation of water injected into the reservoir; moreover the law of variation of water saturation ratio s ( r , t ) must correspond to the variation of injection pressure, i.e. it must be described by the same functions, as the functions of water pressure variation, but be subject to its own boundary conditions. The paper considers five options of s ( r , t ) dependency on time and coordinates. In order to estimate the influence of formation and fluid compressibility, the authors examine Rapoport – Lis model for incompressible media with a violated lower limit for Darcy’s law application and a time-dependent radius of oil displacement by water. When the lower limit for Darcy’s law application is violated, the radius of the displacement front depends on the value of capillary pressure gradient and the assignment of s function. It is shown that displacement front radii contain coefficients that carry information about physical properties of the reservoir and the displacement fluid. A comparison of two-phase filtration radii for incompressible and compressible reservoirs is performed. The influence of capillary pressure gradient and functional dependencies of water saturation ratio on oil displacement in low-permeable reservoirs is assessed. It is identified that capillary pressure gradient has practically no effect on the size of the two-phase filtration zone and the share of water in the arbitrary point of the formation, whereas the variation of water saturation ratio and reservoir compressibility exert a significant influence thereupon.

How to cite: Korotenko V.A., Grachev S.I., kushakova N.P., Mulyavin S.F. Assessment of the Influence of Water Saturation and Capillary Pressure Gradients on Size Formation of Two-Phase Filtration Zone in Compressed Low-Permeable Reservoir // Journal of Mining Institute. 2020. Vol. 245 . p. 569-581. DOI: 10.31897/PMI.2020.5.9
Oil and gas
  • Date submitted
    2020-05-29
  • Date accepted
    2020-09-16
  • Date published
    2020-11-24

Numerical modeling of a double-walled spherical reservoir

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Extensive and important class of multilayer shell structures is three-layer structures. In a three-layer structure, a rigid filler plays an important role, due to which the bearing layers are spaced that gives the layer stack high rigidity and durability with a relatively low weight. By combining the thicknesses of the bearing layers and the filler, the desired properties of a three-layer shell structure can be achieved. Compared with traditional single-walled, three-layer construction has increased rigidity and durability, which allows reducing the thickness and weight of the shells. In order to reduce the metal content of the spherical reservoir for storing liquefied gases, this work considers the design of a double-walled reservoir, in which the inter-wall space is filled with reinforced polyurethane. Numerical modeling made it possible to determine the parameters of the stress-strain state of the structure with an error of no more than 5 %. It has been established on the example of a reservoir with a volume of 4000 m 3 that the spatial structure of the spherical reservoir wall can reduce the metal content up to 19 %. Field of application for the research results is the assessment of the stress-strain state of spherical reservoirs at their designing. Method for building the structure of a double-walled spherical reservoir in the SCAD software has been developed, which allows calculating the stress-strain state (SSS) by the finite element method. Numerical model of a double-walled spherical reservoir has been developed. It was found that to obtain calculation results with an error of P ≤ 5 % the size of the final element should not exceed 300×300×δ mm. Design of a double-walled spherical reservoir was investigated. Design parameters have been established to ensure the operational reliability of the structure with a decrease in metal content in comparison with a single-wall reservoir by 19 %.

How to cite: Karavaichenko M.G., Gazaleev L.I. Numerical modeling of a double-walled spherical reservoir // Journal of Mining Institute. 2020. Vol. 245 . p. 561-568. DOI: 10.31897/PMI.2020.5.8
Geology
  • Date submitted
    2019-10-30
  • Date accepted
    2019-11-23
  • Date published
    2020-02-25

Methodology for determining the parameters of drilling mode for directional straight sections of well using screw downhole motors

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Article presents results of study on possibility of increasing the efficiency of drilling directional straight sections of wells using screw downhole motors (SDM) with a combined method of drilling with rotation of drilling string (DS). Goal is to ensure steady-state operation of SDM with simultaneous rotation of DS by reducing the amplitude of oscillations with adjusting the parameters of drilling mode on the basis of mathematical modeling for SDM – DS system. Results of experimental study on determination of extrema distribution of lateral and axial oscillations of SDM frame depending on geometrical parameters of gerotor mechanism and modes ensuring stable operation are presented. Approaches to development of a mathematical model and methodology are conceptually outlined that allow determining the range of self-oscillations for SDM – DS system and boundaries of rotational and translational wave perturbations for a heterogeneous rod with an installed SDM at drilling directional straight sections of well. This mathematical model of SDM – DS system's dynamics makes it possible to predict optimal parameters of directional drilling mode that ensure stable operation of borehole assembly.

How to cite: Litvinenko V.S., Dvoinikov M.V. Methodology for determining the parameters of drilling mode for directional straight sections of well using screw downhole motors // Journal of Mining Institute. 2020. Vol. 241 . p. 105-112. DOI: 10.31897/PMI.2020.1.105
Electromechanics and mechanical engineering
  • Date submitted
    2019-07-07
  • Date accepted
    2019-09-13
  • Date published
    2019-12-24

Installation for experimental research of multiphase electromechanical systems

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The subject of this study is an installation for experimental research designed to study the characteristics and control algorithms of multiphase motors with the number of working phases from 3 to 8, connected by a star, a triangle, or in another way, allowing phase currents to flow, creating a rotating electromagnetic field. The installation consists of two separate independent units: a controller, or a human-machine control interface, and a power inverter module (converter). The controller is connected to the converter by a two-wire half-duplex interface (RS485) via the Modbus RTU communication protocol. The installation also includes synchronous motors with the number of phases 3, 5, 7. Using the developed installation for experimental research, it is possible to carry out experimental studies of multiphase motors when implementing various control algorithms for a converter that implements pulse-width vector modulation. The time required to implement control algorithms is minimal. According to the results of the experiments, it is possible to carry out a comparative analysis of multiphase motors in terms of energy efficiency, in terms of vibration of electromagnetic origin, in dynamic parameters. An experimental assessment of the load of the converter keys is possible. The created installation is an effective tool for checking the reliability of the results of theoretical studies of electromechanical systems based on multiphase motors.

How to cite: Tereshkin V.M., Grishin D.A., Makulov I.A. Installation for experimental research of multiphase electromechanical systems // Journal of Mining Institute. 2019. Vol. 240 . p. 678-685. DOI: 10.31897/PMI.2019.6.678
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
Electromechanics and mechanical engineering
  • Date submitted
    2019-05-05
  • Date accepted
    2019-07-03
  • Date published
    2019-10-23

Scraper Face Conveyors Dynamic Load Control

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The task of controlling the dynamic loading of scraper face conveyors (SC) is considered and the unsatisfactory state of loading of mechanical and electrical components of the SC is recorded. The possibility of the appearance of a self-oscillatory nature of the entire system load due to the peculiarities of the movement of the traction chain along the lattice frame of the SC is indicated. The property of the system is noted – the cyclic nature of the loading of the circuit during movement, which causes energy exchange processes between the mechanical and electromotive components of the conveyor (when using the head and tail electric drives) through the common cable network of the power supply system of the SC. A high level of dynamic loading of the electromechanical system causes the problem of eliminating the self-oscillating operating mode of the SC that generates it which is proposed to be solved by changing the angular rotation speeds of the SC drive sprockets. Angular speeds can be changed by applying frequency control of asynchronous electric motors. The efficiency of setting the frequency of electric motor stator currents of the head and tail drives of the conveyor is established in proportion to the frequency of rotors rotation to eliminate self- oscillating modes of operation in the main operating mode. The possibility of reducing the starting shock values of the electromagnetic moments of electric motors is considered. The results of the calculation of the start-up and liquidation of the self-oscillating operating mode are presented on the example of the scraper face conveyor Anzhera-34. The results of calculations of the start-up modes and the main operational transportation of coal in an uncontrolled mode of operation and after the introduction of control are compared, based on which it is concluded that it is advisable to use active control of the dynamic loading ofSC.

How to cite: Eshchin E.K. Scraper Face Conveyors Dynamic Load Control // Journal of Mining Institute. 2019. Vol. 239 . p. 570-575. DOI: 10.31897/PMI.2019.5.570
Oil and gas
  • Date submitted
    2019-03-21
  • Date accepted
    2019-05-05
  • Date published
    2019-08-23

Stimulation of the Drilling Process with the Top Driven Screw Downhole Motor

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Paper considers application of the top driven screw downhole motor during drilling of directional wells. The advantages and disadvantages of the rotation-sliding technology with implementation of top drive together with screw downhole motor are shown. It has been proven that the use of a screw downhole motor with simultaneous rotation of drilling pipes using the drilling rig's top drive allows increasing the bit rotation frequency without additional loading of the drilling string. Field data for the work out of one-type PDC bits in identical geological and technical conditions with different types of drives during the construction of three directed wells at the Rumaila oil field of the Republic of Iraq were obtained. A regular increase in the mechanical penetration rate, which is explained by an increase in the bit rotation frequency, has been proved. According to the data obtained, a comparative analysis of the drilling indices was carried out, as a result of which the feasibility of joint use of top power drive with screw downhole motor at drilling oil and gas wells was proved.

How to cite: Simonyants S.L., Al Taee M. Stimulation of the Drilling Process with the Top Driven Screw Downhole Motor // Journal of Mining Institute. 2019. Vol. 238 . p. 438-442. DOI: 10.31897/PMI.2019.4.438
Oil and gas
  • Date submitted
    2018-09-07
  • Date accepted
    2018-11-10
  • Date published
    2019-02-22

Justification of the technological parameters choice for well drilling by rotary steerable systems

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Paper presents the analysis of the investigation results of vibrational accelerations and beating amplitudes of the downhole drilling motor, which help to define the ranges of optimum energy characteristics of the gerotor mechanism, ensuring its stable operation. Dependencies describing the operation of the «drilling bit – rotary steerable system with power screw section – drilling string» system and the values of the self-oscillation boundaries and the onset of system resonance when it is used jointly, were defined as a result of computational and full-scale experimental research. A mathematical model is proposed, which allows determining the optimal range of technological parameters for well drilling, reducing the extreme vibration accelerations of the bottomhole assembly by controlling the torque-power and frequency characteristics of the drilling string, taking into account the energy characteristics of the power screw section of the rotary steerable system. Recommendations on the choice of drilling mode parameters were given.

How to cite: Litvinenko V.S., Dvoinikov M.V. Justification of the technological parameters choice for well drilling by rotary steerable systems // Journal of Mining Institute. 2019. Vol. 235 . p. 24-29. DOI: 10.31897/PMI.2019.1.24
Electromechanics and mechanical engineering
  • Date submitted
    2018-05-05
  • Date accepted
    2018-07-18
  • Date published
    2018-10-24

Calculations of dynamic operating modes of electric drives self-propelled mining machines

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The task of improving the calculations of the dynamic modes of electric drives of self-propelled mining machines, particulary, tunneling machines, is considered. Attention is drawn to the possibility to opearte in dynamic modes of a spatial change in the an asynchronous electric motor stator housing position, included in the electric drive, around the axis of its rotor due to the ultimate rigidity of the supports of the mining machine. In connection to this, it is possible to change the absolute angular velocity of rotation of the electromagnetic field of the stator of this electric motor. The necessity of introducing into existing mathematical models that determine the state and behavior of asynchronous electric motors, additional differential and algebraic relations for calculating the absolute speed of the electromagnetic field of the stator and the nature of the motion of the stator housing of the electric motor as part of the mining machine is noted. The results of calculations of the idle start mode of the electric motor of the executive body of the mining combine are shown, showing the difference in the nature of its electromagnetic moment variation, rotor rotation speed, as well as efforts in individual reducer elements of the driving body driving the stator body from similar calculation results without taking into account the stator body movement. The conclusion is made about the possible discrepancy between the calculated and experimental results in the study of the dynamic modes of self-propelled mining machines.

How to cite: Eshchin E.K. Calculations of dynamic operating modes of electric drives self-propelled mining machines // Journal of Mining Institute. 2018. Vol. 233 . p. 534-538. DOI: 10.31897/PMI.2018.5.534
Electromechanics and mechanical engineering
  • Date submitted
    2017-09-03
  • Date accepted
    2017-11-04
  • Date published
    2018-02-22

Development of sensorless vector control system for permanent magnet synchronous motor in Matlab Simulink

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In last 20 years segment of electric drives with permanent magnet synchronous motors has increased. This type of motors has better technical characteristics compared to induction motors, but has problems in actual implementation, one of which is the requirement of rotor position data. It is possible to implement with use of sensors or without them by means of motor state observer. The paper describes problems of sensorless vector control system for permanent magnet synchronous motors. The vector control system with state observer for permanent magnet synchronous motors is described. Synthesis of sliding mode observer for rotor speed and position is presented. The algorithm is implemented by development of model in Matlab Simulink environment with support by Texas Instruments processors support blocks. Experimental comparison of results of rotor angle state calculation and the data obtained by rotor position sensors was conducted. Research objective is a development of control algorithm, which has required precision for calculation of rotor start angle, high range of speed regulation and resistance to drift of motor parameters.

How to cite: Frolov V.Y., Zhiligotov R.I. Development of sensorless vector control system for permanent magnet synchronous motor in Matlab Simulink // Journal of Mining Institute. 2018. Vol. 229 . p. 92-97. DOI: 10.25515/PMI.2018.1.92
Oil and gas
  • Date submitted
    2016-09-01
  • Date accepted
    2016-11-05
  • Date published
    2017-02-22

Research on technical and technological parameters of inclined drilling

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An analysis of operational capabilities of inclined drilling equipment and technology is presented. Two options of rotary drilling are reviewed as technical and technological solutions, facilitating construction of wells with difficult profiles. The first option implies that the driver unit of the drill bit is represented by downhole drilling motor, the second one utilizes sophisticated rotary steerable systems. Practical results of drilling wells with difficult profiles are presented. A quality assessment of drilling is provided through the example of comparing designed and actual trajectories, using different driver units for the drill bit, as well as properties of surrounding rocks, rheology of the drill fluid and other characteristics of dynamically active systems. A range of rotation speed has been determined that allows rotary steerable systems to have minimal oscillation amplitude of the bottom-hole assembly. Analysis of investigation results showed that the main source of oscillations is linked to bending and compressing stresses, caused by well deviations as well as rigidity of the drilling tool. In effect, in the bottom-hole assembly occur auto-oscillations, making it impossible to correct azimuth and zenith angles. Alteration of rigidity in the bottom part of the tool and drilling parameters, implying reduced rotation speed of the drill string and regulation of drill bit pressure, can partially solve this problem, though increase in rotation speed is limited by technical characteristics of existing top drive systems.

How to cite: Dvoinikov M.V. Research on technical and technological parameters of inclined drilling // Journal of Mining Institute. 2017. Vol. 223 . p. 86-92. DOI: 10.18454/PMI.2017.1.86
Oil and gas
  • Date submitted
    2015-08-03
  • Date accepted
    2015-10-06
  • Date published
    2016-04-22

Technical and technological solutions to ensure stability of downhole drilling motors

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The article shows research analysis of engineering and technological solutions that aimed at improving the efficiency of drilling wells using optimization of dynamic of work downhole drill-ing motors. As the technical solutions that reduce vibration, considered two options of construc-tion of the power section. A first embodiment involves the production of a hollow rotor which can reduce its moment of inertia. The second solution is the production of modular rotor, which are changing the eccentricity (misalignment) of rotating parts of the engine. The research of fluctuations throughout the length of the power section of the working bodies and the spindle of the engine, taking into account changes in its energy characteristics has been con-ducted to ensure stable operation of the engine in a well, identifying optimal loading parameters. Indicators of shaft speed ensuring minimum vibration amplitude of the engine has been Iden-tified. Optimal speed range of the rotor to prevent buckling of the BHA and to sustain its operation is shown to be between 15-20 % of the frequency of the engine at idle. The maximum reduction in speed during the drilling process should not exceed 30 % by conducted research.

How to cite: Dvoinikov M.V., Muraev Y.D. Technical and technological solutions to ensure stability of downhole drilling motors // Journal of Mining Institute. 2016. Vol. 218 . p. 198-205.
Electromechanics and mechanical engineering
  • Date submitted
    2015-08-12
  • Date accepted
    2015-10-05
  • Date published
    2016-04-22

Energy efficient electromechanical systems of mining andtransport machines

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The problems of selecting the type and the structure of mining and transport machines elec-tromechanical control system, providing energy efficiency and performance. The conclusion about the most admissibility of variable frequency drives with induction motors and power semiconduc-tor converters was made. The methods and technical means of improving the energy efficiency of asynchronous electric motors due to the choice of increased power characteristics motors, design of special motor control algorithms and applying of semiconductor converters with active rectifi-ers, providing high power factor and improving of the electricity supply quality were reviewed. To improve the operational characteristics prompted use of diagnostic systems and residual life as-sessment of electrical equipment. Implementation of designs tied to the excavator-transport sector. The schemes of the excavator power drive, mining truck and implemented complex picture at coal mine are shown.

How to cite: Kozyaruk A.E. Energy efficient electromechanical systems of mining andtransport machines // Journal of Mining Institute. 2016. Vol. 218 . p. 261-269.
Oil and gas
  • Date submitted
    2015-07-14
  • Date accepted
    2015-09-09
  • Date published
    2016-02-24

Engineering and geomechanical forecast for waste disposal in underground caverns including earthquake-prone zones

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The article aims at obtaining representative scientifically based data to determine parameters of a necessary-safe condition of the rock massif (RM) in underground waste diposal caverns zones, including earthquake-prone zones. The main requirements for underground caverns for hazardous waste disposal and for their construction technology are described. The subject of the research is underground solution caverns in halogen rocks. Data for justification of safe waste disposal conditions in underground salt caverns and its stages are presented. A complex approach to the solution of the research problem is described. The main aspects of dynamic influence of seismic waves on underground caverns stability are considered. Taking into account seismic-risk zoning data on the research region some significant parameters of a possible seismic impact on the experimental cavern are calculated. The article points out the necessity of superincumbent rock and surface displacement assessment for the experimental site zone using the suggested complex approach and including the analysis of surveying data and results of rock mass geomechanical modeling.

How to cite: Kovalev O.V. Engineering and geomechanical forecast for waste disposal in underground caverns including earthquake-prone zones // Journal of Mining Institute. 2016. Vol. 217 . p. 61-71.
Mining machine, electrical engineering and electromechanics
  • Date submitted
    2010-07-06
  • Date accepted
    2010-09-14
  • Date published
    2011-03-21

Electromechanical processes in electric drives of mountain equipment on the basis of the synchronous electric motor

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The description is given and the function chart of the bench installation is resulted, allowing to reproduce static and dynamic modes of adjustable electric drives of an alternating current. The modes considered during experimental researches of the electric drive on the basis of the synchronous electric motor, working in a mode of ventilniy electric motor are listed. Conclusions are drawn on character of course of dynamic modes, comparison of the electric drive to the synchronous electric motor and the electric drive of a direct current with the subordinated regulation is given.

How to cite: Sviridenko A.O. Electromechanical processes in electric drives of mountain equipment on the basis of the synchronous electric motor // Journal of Mining Institute. 2011. Vol. 189 . p. 103-106.
Mining machine, electrical engineering and electromechanics
  • Date submitted
    2010-07-08
  • Date accepted
    2010-09-02
  • Date published
    2011-03-21

The autoresonant asynchronous electric drive of dynamically counterbalanced drilling string on carrying cable with swinging movement fluctuations amplitude stabilization

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The algorithm of resonant fluctuations amplitude stabilization of dynamically counterbalanced drilling string on carrying cable with swinging movement of jackbit is developed. Imitating modeling of the resonant asynchronous electric drive with swinging movement of jackbit with the frequency converter in various operating modes is resulted.

How to cite: Zagrivnyi E.A., Ivanik V.V. The autoresonant asynchronous electric drive of dynamically counterbalanced drilling string on carrying cable with swinging movement fluctuations amplitude stabilization // Journal of Mining Institute. 2011. Vol. 189 . p. 91-94.
Mining machine, electrical engineering and electromechanics
  • Date submitted
    2010-07-26
  • Date accepted
    2010-09-14
  • Date published
    2011-03-21

Algorithm of control of the electric drive with ventilniy electric motor and the converter of frequency with the active rectifier

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Advantages of application of the active rectifier as a part of converters of frequency for powerful drives with ventilniy electric motors are considered. The mathematical description of the processes proceeding in a power part of the active rectifier is given. The scheme of a drive with a vector control system with the gage of position of a rotor and the active rectifier is presented, schedules of power consumption and a current by a drive with the active rectifier are resulted.

How to cite: Emelyanov A.P., Sviridenko A.O. Algorithm of control of the electric drive with ventilniy electric motor and the converter of frequency with the active rectifier // Journal of Mining Institute. 2011. Vol. 189 . p. 87-90.