Robotics & Intelligent Systems in Mining

ROBOTICS TECHNOLOGY NEWS ON THE WEB

Second Robot Deployed At New Zealand Mine
Quote.com France | Mon, 29 Nov 2010 16:16:00 +0000

Second robot gets ready at Pike River
MiningNews.net | Mon, 29 Nov 2010 16:16:00 +0000

Pike river disaster: Mine bore drill breaks through
stuff.co.nz | Mon, 29 Nov 2010 16:16:00 +0000

Drill breakthrough in NZ mine; robot f...
STLtoday.com | Mon, 29 Nov 2010 16:15:00 +0000

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What is the mining industry going to look like in the 22nd century? Our goal in RoboMine is to maintain it as the expanding source of news, views, opinions, and information on robotics and automation with emphasis on their application in mining technology. We want to educate, inspire, and connect those who want to know more about the fascinating and ever-expanding technology of robotics and intelligent systems. We know that now in mining, this new wave of technological advances is knocking down the doors of conventional mining methods with improved systems. If you have any papers or articles related to robotics and intelligent systems in mining, please feel free to email us. Please also let us know of any improvements you would like us to make to RoboMine. We appreciate your input. Enjoy your visit!

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Featured Articles

Innovation in Mining: A New Book from PDAC and the Mining Assocation of Canada
Wednesday, May 09, 2012
At this link you will find a fascinating book put out by the Mining Association of Canada and the PDAC. It is called 100 Innovations in the Mining Industry. read more »

Argon Robotic Mining Specialists
Friday, May 04, 2012
If you’re looking to automate your minerals lab or your processing plant, Argon may be the solution for you. The company was founded in 2004 and is based in Western Australia. read more »

Gemini-Scout Robot Can Scope Out Mining Accidents, May Save Lives
Monday, August 22, 2011
We've seen robots capable of entering hazardous nuclear plants and dangerous buildings, but engineers at Sandia Labs have now unveiled a new rescue bot that's explicitly designed to enter and investigate collapsed mines, as well. read more »

Japanese Government to Press Ahead with Robotic Deep-sea Mining
Tuesday, January 11, 2011
According to a January 8 report in Japanese newspaper, The Yomiuri Shimbun, the development of mining technology able to extract gold, silver and rare metals lying untapped on the deep seafloor in Japanese territorial waters will start in 2011. read more »

Autonomous vs Manual Haulage Trucks
Monday, October 18, 2010
Automation of an open-pit mine haulage system is receiving attention as a beneficial option since it provides more consistent and efficient operation of mining equipment. This new paper read more »

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