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Prediction of rock fragmentation using the Kuznetsov-Cunningham-Ouchterlony model

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dc.contributor.author E.K. Mutinda
dc.contributor.author B.O. Alunda
dc.contributor.author D.K. Maina
dc.contributor.author R.M. Kasomo
dc.date.accessioned 2024-03-07T11:26:53Z
dc.date.available 2024-03-07T11:26:53Z
dc.date.issued 2021-03
dc.identifier.uri http://ir.ttu.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/90
dc.description.abstract Assessment of blast fragment size distribution is critical in mining operations because it is the initial step towards mineral extraction. Different empirical models and techniques are available for predicting and investigating the consequences of blasting, one of which is the Kuznetsov-Cunningham-Ouchterlony (KCO) model. In this paper we summarize the advances in the empirical models from inception until now, and explore the improvements that have been made so far with particular emphasis is on the most recent KCO model. Utilization of the model and the errors that arise between expected and the actual outcomes are analysed. The results indicate that the KCO model remains useful for predicting the blast fragmentation at limestone mine sites, despite the availability of other advanced prediction models. It is also a valuable instrument for pre-surveying the impact of varying certain parameters of a blast plan. en_US
dc.language.iso en en_US
dc.publisher The Journal of the Southern African Institute of Mining and Metallurgy en_US
dc.subject blasting, rock fragmentation, modelling, prediction. en_US
dc.title Prediction of rock fragmentation using the Kuznetsov-Cunningham-Ouchterlony model en_US
dc.type Article en_US


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