Cognitive work analysis to comprehend operations and organizations in the mining industry

Complex industrial systems, including mining, have a prominent challenge in understanding the interrelationship among the cognitive processes, working environment and available equipment. The concept of cognitive work analysis(CWA) transcends the traditional analytic methods of evaluating human tasks solely based on perceptual and physical traits, and rather implements the notions of behavioral and cognitive awareness indispensable for the intricacy of modern technology. In the last few decades, academic and industrial settings employ this type of analysis to set a suitable standard for a system's safety feasibility, and as a result reduce human-based errors. This research paper analyzes current CWA methods and proposes a five-level quantification model portraying the overall cognitive quality of a mining operation.     

Study of probability integration method parameter inversion by the genetic algorithm

In order to obtain accurate probability integration method(PIM) parameters for surface movement of multi-panel mining, a genetic algorithm(GA) was used to optimize the parameters. As the measured surface movement is affected by more than one mining panel, traditional PIM parameter inversion model is difficult to ensure the reliability of the results due to the complexity of rock movement. With crossover,mutation and selection operators, GA can perform a global optimization search and has high computation efficiency. Compared with the pattern search algorithm, the fitness function can avoid falling into local minima traps. GA reduces the risk of local minima traps which improves the accuracy and reliability with the mutation mechanism. Application at Xuehu colliery shows that GA can be used to inverse the PIM parameters for multi-panel surface movement observation, and reliable results can be obtained. The research provides a new way for back-analysis of PIM parameters for mining subsidence under complex conditions.     

Fractal characterization for the mining crack evolution process of overlying strata based on microseismic monitoring technology

In order to study the evolution laws during the development process of the coal face overburden rock mining-induced fissure,we studied the process of evolution of overburden rock mining-induced fissures and dynamically quantitatively described its fractal laws,based on the high-precision microseismic monitoring method and the nonlinear Fractal Geometry Theory.The results show that:the overburden rock mining-induced fissure fractal dimension experiences two periodic change processes with the coal face advance,namely a Small→ Big→ Small process,which tends to be stable;the functional relationship between the extraction step distance and the overburden rock mining-induced fissure fractal dimension is a cubic curve.The results suggest that the fractal dimension reflects the evolution characteristics of the overburden rock mining-induced fissure,which can be used as an evaluation index of the stability of the overburden rock strata,and it provides theoretical guidance for stability analysis of the overburden rock strata,goaf roof control and the support movements in the mining face.     

Influence of depth-thickness ratio of mining on the stability of a bedding slope with its sliding surface in concave deformation

In order to study the influence of depth-thickness ratio on bedding slope stability, whose sliding surface is flexural concave in shape under mining conditions, this paper aims to study the characteristics of deformation and damage of bedding sliding with depth-thickness ratios of 200:1, 150:1, 120:1, 100:1 and 50:1by adopting numerical simulation analysis software combined with laboratory-made ‘‘under the influence of mining variable sliding surface slope similar simulation test bed", and to propose identification methods for slope stability under the influence of mining. The results show that mining activities under the slope reduce slope stability. With a decrease in the mining depth ratio, the influence of mining on the slope increases gradually, and the damage to the slope gradually expands, the stability of the slope gradually reduces, fracture occurs on the slope toe and the central fissure gradually develops to the surface,and reaches slide threshold when the depth-thickness ratio is 50:1.     

Strategic mining options optimization:Open pit mining,underground mining or both

Near-surface deposits that extend to considerable depths are often amenable to both open pit mining and/or underground mining. This paper investigates the strategy of mining options for an orebody using a Mixed Integer Linear Programming(MILP) optimization framework. The MILP formulation maximizes the Net Present Value(NPV) of the reserve when extracted with(i) open pit mining,(ii) underground mining, and(iii) concurrent open pit and underground mining. Comparatively, implementing open pit mining generates a higher NPV than underground mining. However considering the investment required for these mining options, underground mining generates a better return on investment than open pit mining. Also, in the concurrent open pit and underground mining scenario, the optimizer prefers extracting blocks using open pit mining. Although the underground mine could access ore sooner, the mining cost differential for open pit mining is more than compensated for by the discounting benefits associated with earlier underground mining.     

兴趣度在基于关联分析的选课指导系统中的研究与应用*

简要地介绍了数据挖掘技术,通过对关联分析的经典算法Apriori在学生选课指导系统中的应用分析,发现了Apriori不适合学生选课指导系统的缺陷.提出了增加兴趣度阈值以减少产生的无用规则,提高挖掘精度,克服原系统缺陷的新算法,为学生选课辅助决策提供了良好的理论依据和实现方法.     

放电等离子烧结工艺对Ca3Co4O9陶瓷织构及电性能的影响

采用溶胶-凝胶与放电等离子烧结(SPS)相结合的方法制备了Ca3Co4O9陶瓷.通过X射线衍射、扫描电镜等表征手段,研究了放电等离子烧结工艺对Ca3Co4O9物相、显微结构和性能的影响.实验结果表明片状颗粒和放电等离子烧结工艺,特别是烧结温度的提高有利于Ca3Co4O9织构的形成.初步认为是片状颗粒在脉冲电流所产生的脉冲磁场作用下发生重排,使颗粒定向排列.本实验范围内,当烧结温度从700℃提高到900℃时,Ca3Co4O9晶粒取向度从0.75增大到0.87,700℃下的电阻率从6.24×10-5 Ωm降低到5.59×10-5 Ωm.此外,Ca3Co4O9块体表现出典型的半导体电学特征,电导率随着SPS烧结温度和测量温度的升高而增大,当SPS烧结温度为850℃时,P型Ca3Co4O9化合物在700℃有最大电导率.     

喷涂与激光重熔技术制备镍基纳米钴包碳化物复合涂层的研究

采用横流2．0kW CO2激光器，在45钢表面制备了表面较平整、较细密、基本消除了裂纹与孔隙并与基体呈冶金结合的镍基纳米WC／Co复合涂层。通过SEM，EDAX，XRD，AFM及Nano Indenter XP分析了熔覆层的显微组织、成分、物相及结合强度。结果表明，涂层的显微组织为涂层中镶嵌着大量与Ni基合金结合良好的WC／C。颗粒，其中在原子力显微镜下可见相当数量的粒度≤100μm的纳米颗粒。涂层的结合强度比传统热喷涂涂层提高了2．1倍。涂层中纳米WC／Co的纳米效应在激光熔覆中起着重要作用。     

Surface modification of spherical LiNi1/3Co 1/3 Mn1/3O2 with Al2O3 using heterogeneous nucleation process

To improve the cycle stability at high voltage and high charge/discharge rate, spherical LiNi1/3Co1/3Mn1/3O2 was coated with Al2O3 by using heterogeneous nucleation process, and the physical and electrochemical properties were studied. The SEM images show that there is a uniform coating on the modified spherical LiNi1/3Co1/3Mn1/3O2. The electrochemical tests indicate that the properties of LiNi1/3Co1/3Mn1/3O2 coated with 0.5% aluminum oxide are the best. The initial capacities are 150 and 173 mA.h/g at the rate of I C in the voltage range of 2.7-4.3 V and 2.7-4.6 V, respectively, and the discharge capacities maintain about 99% and 85% after 30 cycles, respectively. While those of the bare LiNi1/3Co1/3Mn1/3O2 are only 90% and 75%, respectively. The CV tests of LiNi1/3Co1/3Mn1/3O2 show that Al203-coating can restrain the oxide-reduction peak currents fading during the charge/discharge course.     

高Co稀土热作模具钢析出相沉淀析出的研究

采用X射线衍射和透射电镜对新研制的高Co稀土热作模具钢的析出相及析出动力学进行了分析和探讨。结果表明 ,经过固溶和时效处理后合金中同时析出大量金属间化合物和碳化物。金属间化合物主要为 μ相和Laves相 ,碳化物主要为MC、M2 3 C6和M6C。在 70 0℃时效不同时间后 ,析出相的总量随时效时间的延长而不断增大 ,但 μ相增加的速度比较缓慢 ;M2 3 C6、M6C、Laves相增加较快 ;而MC逐渐减少。M2 3 C6、M6C是通过基体中的M和C原子的直接反应的形式析出长大的。