Energy Efficiency in Mining: A Review with Emphasis on the Role of Operators in Loading and Hauling Operations

Abstract

This paper presents a review of the literature on energy efficiency in mining with a specific emphasis on the role of operators in energy efficiency of loading and hauling operations. The objectives are to: (i) establish the current knowledge on energy efficiency in mining, in general; (ii) establish current knowledge on the role of the operator in energy efficiency of loading and hauling operations, specifically; and (iii) make recommendations for industrial best practice and future research directions to enhance energy efficiency in mining. The papers included in the review were selected through searches in major abstract databases using relevant keywords, with emphasis on recent peer-reviewed work. The review identified gaps in the literature and made recommendations for future research and industry best practice.

Department(s)

Mining Engineering

Keywords and Phrases

Energy efficiency; Industrial research; Materials handling; Mining; Best practices; Future research directions; Hauling; Material handling; Operator; Loading

International Standard Serial Number (ISSN)

0959-6526

Document Type

Article - Journal

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text

Language(s)

English

Rights

© 2016 Elsevier, All rights reserved.

Publication Date

01 Mar 2016

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