Mining Engineering Masters Theses
Theses from 2024
Dig limits optimization using binary integer linear programming method in open pit mines, Hussam Naif Altalhi
Evaluating the influence of operator practices on hydraulic shovel productivity and energy consumption using telemetry data, Noah Adekunle Aluko
A binary integer linear programming model for optimizing underground stope layout, Theophilus Mensah
High strain rate analysis of 3d printed concrete as compared to conventionally cast concrete, Weston McLeod Thomsen
Theses from 2022
Replacing combustion engines with hydrogen fuel cells to power mining haul trucks: challenges and opportunities, Ayorinde Akinrinlola
Theses from 2021
The effects of rigid polyurethane foam as a confinement material on breaching charge detonations, Nathan Franz Paerschke-O'Brien
Projectile generator design for underground coal mine seal testing, Ethan Allan Steward
Theses from 2020
Shock wave propagation behavior at corners and crosscuts in five small-scale tunnel scenarios, David Pierre Doucet
Additive manufacturing of linear shaped charges to address run up and run down phenomena, Jason Ho
Theses from 2019
Projectile impact effects on a 50 psi plug type coal mine seal, Bruce Albert von Niederhäusern
Theses from 2018
Management of coal dust explosions in United States' coal mines using bag type passive explosion barriers, Jay Robert Schafler
Theses from 2017
Recovery of phosphate minerals from plant tailings using direct froth flotation process, Ashraf Alsafasfeh
Theses from 2016
Mechanics of impulse force reduction for mitigating dump truck vibrations under HISLO conditions, Danish Ali
Studies on flocculation of fine mineral tailings using novel polyacrylamide based polymer, Simin Khatibi
Material properties affecting the penetration of metal targets by copper linear shaped charges, Kevin Lee Phelps
Artificial neural network approach to predict blast-induced ground vibration, airblast and rock fragmentation, Raymond Ninnang Tiile
Theses from 2015
Detecting diesel particulate matter using real time monitoring under the influence of an exhaust fan system, Yasir Helal Alghamdi
The effects of short delay times on rock fragmentation in bench blasts, Margaret Ruth Hettinger
Studies on the role of organic-inorganic hybrid polyacrylamides in fine coal flotation, Ontlametse Kenneth Molatlhegi
The effects of physical flash hole deviations on factory-grade rifle ammunition, Nicolaas Martin Schrier
The impact of a strong local supply chain on regional economic impacts of mining, Meiyu Xing
Theses from 2014
An analysis of burn cut pull optimization through varying relief hole depths, Michael Robert Allen
The effects of advanced structural materials to mitigate explosive and impact threats, Caleb Michael Baumgart
Determining and mitigating the effects of firing a linear shaped charge under water, Brian Burch
Test development to determine the feasibility of rubber tractor treads for use as blasting mats, Matthew Kurtis Coy
Behavior in air leakage and recirculation under the influence of booster fans, Koziba Feledi
Analysis of a ventilation network in a multiple fans limestone mine, Ali Haghighat
A modified initiation and cut profile study of the 10500 grain per foot linear shaped charge, Matthew Ortel
Theses from 2013
Methods for evaluating effect of operators on drag line energy efficiency, Maryam Abdi Oskouei
Stochastic-optimization of equipment productivity in multi-seam formations, Elijah Adadzi
Utilization of booster fans in underground mines, Arash Habibi Javanbakht
Theses from 2012
Finite element analysis of blade-formation interactions in excavation, Osei Brown
The effects of water on sympathetic detonation and dead pressing of dynamite and emulsions, Adam Michael Doerfler
Effects of coal comminution in relation to waterjet and selected feed properties, Yaqing Li
Theses from 2011
Impact effects of explosively formed projectiles on normal and high strength concrete, Laurin Ashley Bookout
The effects select physical parameters have on an explosively formed projectile's performance, Phillip R. Mulligan
Pressed powdered titanium and aluminum conical shaped charge penetration of geological targets, Dominique John Nolan
Characterizing formation dredgeability for clamshell dredge, Bismark Osei
Theses from 2010
Application of life cycle assessment to estimate environmental impacts of surface coal mining, Ofentse Ditsele
Explosives recognition and awareness training: a psychological approach to pre-blast mitigation, James Wade Hawkins
The mitigation effects of a barrier wall on blast wave pressures, Nathan Thomas Rouse
Measuring blast induced rock damage from pre-splitting sandstone by applying the multichannel analysis of surface waves geophysical method, Charles Bradford Zdazinsky
Theses from 2006
Energy conservation and integrated waterjet mining and milling, Jorge Gerardo Garcia Joo
Theses from 2004
Applications of ground penetrating radar (GPR) in mapping mine roof, Vanja Dezelic
Theses from 2003
Novel concepts for monitoring the stability of open pit mine highwalls using radar interferometry and spectral imaging, Jami Girard Dwyer
An investigation of the characteristics of linear shaped charages used in demolition, Seokbin Lim
Theses from 2001
A preliminary comparative study of glass microsphere taggants mixed with different types of explosive materials, Eric Raymond Achelpohl
Data mining for prediction of condition and performance of mine machinery, Ibrahim Kaan Ataman
Open pit design: grade cut-off and production scheduling optimization, Ahmed Ould Hamadi
Application of IBM DB2 Intelligent Miner for Data to mine Vital Information Management System (VIMS) data, Edwin Chochi Madiba
Effect of hydraulic coupling on powder factor reduction in secondary blasting, Mark F. C. Schmidt
Theses from 1999
A comparison of open pit design and scheduling techniques, Terry Alan Bush
Theses from 1998
High pressure jet pump conveyance optimization, Michael David Mann
A theoretical and experimental study on air leakage through stoppings, Dai Wang
Theses from 1997
Stemming technique for loading angled holes charged with ANFO, Michael David Wilkins
Theses from 1996
Lab and field investigations using ground penetrating radar (GPR) for mining and geotechnical applications, Sandra June Lang
Fine coal single stage dewatering and briquetting process, Matthew Thomas Tobey
The fabrication of commercial size coal logs using a hydrophobic binder, Brent Allen Ward
Theses from 1995
Coal log compaction with hydrophobic binders for pipeline transportation, Bing Zhao
Theses from 1994
Development of equipment for the application of high-pressure chemical jets to a heap leach gold ore, Edward G. Mitchell
Mineralized rock strength in the New Lead Belt of Missouri, David Lee Van Brakel
Theses from 1993
An experimental investigation of the effect of discontinuity frequency in pre-splitting, Syed M. Tariq
Theses from 1991
Database analysis of slope stability for surface coal mine highwall planning, Russell Kenneth Hively
Theses from 1990
The use of indicator kriging to estimate the extent of mining in abandoned underground workings, Jason Ovanic
Theses from 1989
The effects of varying stemming lengths and bench heights on certain design variables and resultant fragmentation in bench blasting, Bruce Carlton Townes
Theses from 1988
Beneficiation of ultrafine coals with the use of selective flocculation and oil agglomeration, Yungchin Ding
Theses from 1987
Drilling and blasting round design for an underground placer deposit in permafrost, David R. Ziegler
Theses from 1986
A determination of optimum delay between boreholes in single row bench blasting, Douglas R. Barlet
The influence of various blast casting designs on the percent cast and resulting economic benefits, Scott George Giltner
A computer algorithm for locating underground atmospheric explosions ; utilizing shock wave first arrival times, William George Townsend
Computer-controlled-automated jumbo drilling robot manipulator, Jianchi Yao
Theses from 1985
An investigation of the mechanics of percussive drilling, Rama Krishna Prasad
The influences of charge weight per delay, horizontal and vertical distances, charge diameter, and travel direction on surface ground vibration levels from blasting, Elmer Alberto Vidal
Theses from 1984
A study on fragmentation and ground vibration with air space in the blasthole, Everett Ellsworth Bleakney III
Resistance to airflow in timber prop-supported mine airways, Douglas Harold Heatherly
An evaluation of the fracture control blasting technique for drift round blasts in dolomitic rock, Stephen John McGroarty
A microcomputer geostatistical analysis program for optimal drift location, Neal Borden Nagel
Reduced ore dilution by controlled split round blasting in underground uranium mining, John R. Tripi
Theses from 1983
Control of rock fragmentation through explosive coupling, Timothy Wayne Warden
Theses from 1982
The influence of explosive primer location on fragmentation and ground vibrations for bench blasts in dolomitic rock., Joseph Robert Brinkmann
Design of blasthole initiation delay intervals and apex angle for optimum V-cut cratering., Roger Lee Keller
Fogging in underground mine atmospheres., Michael A. Schimmelpfennig
Theses from 1980
Diametric ultrasonic wave velocities in axially loaded rock specimens., Stephen Anthony Lang
Theses from 1979
The effect of borehole deviation on the economics of shaft sinking by ground freezing., Gerald Raymond Gronbeck
Computer simulation of surface mine haulage systems using GPSS., Li-Jen David Kuo
Cavitation resistance of rock., Philip Randolph Scott
Theses from 1978
Evaluation of artificial coal seam construction for testing of the UMR Hydrominer., Ronny Jal Sadri
Theses from 1975
Analysis of the stresses induced in rock by rock splitters., Diogenes De Jesus Chollett
Creep and stiffness of full column resin grouted roof bolts., Wesley Clare Patrick
Decoupled explosive charge effects on blasting performance, Roberto Ucar
Theses from 1973
The effect of explosive charge length of cratering, John M. Mason
Theses from 1970
Surface energy determinations in plexiglas, Li-King Chen
The failure criteria and deformational moduli of granular rock, Kyung Chul Ko
Theses from 1968
Spacing of explosive charges, Calvin J. Konya
Computer simulation of scraper-pusher behavior during early open pit mining operations, Martin Alan Thieme
Theses from 1967
A comparison of friction and drum hoisting systems on an energy-input basis, Hemendra Nath Kalia
Theses from 1966
An investigation of failure patterns of layered specimens loaded in uniaxial compression, Narendra Y. B. Choudary
The development of the sonic pulse technique and its comparison with the conventional static method for determining the elastic moduli of rock, James Harold Deatherage
