Modern V-Cut Design

Author

Anthony Konya
Calvin J. Konya
Paul Nicholas Worsey, Missouri University of Science and TechnologyFollow

Abstract

The V-Cut is a method for blasting underground headings that has become increasingly popular, especially with underground aggregate producers due to its effectiveness in reducing the cost per ton of rock produced and reduction of fines. In general, a V-Cut will utilize fewer holes than a burn cut by removing the overloaded burn holes and replacing them with angled holes that break to the natural free face. These angled holes are typically designed to have an appropriate burden; however, do incur a slightly larger cost than normal production holes due to setup time and drill accuracy and reduced depth of pull.

Recommended Citation

A. Konya et al., "Modern V-Cut Design," Engineering and Mining Journal, vol. 218, no. 9, pp. 40 - 42, Mining Media, Sep 2017.

Department(s)

Mining Engineering

International Standard Serial Number (ISSN)

0095-8948

Document Type

Article - Journal

Document Version

Citation

File Type

text

Language(s)

English

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© 2017 Mining Media, All rights reserved.

Publication Date

01 Sep 2017