Modeling temperature field dynamics in post-blasting open pit mines in permafrost

Resumo

The article discusses the case study of temperature behavior prediction in permafrost rock mass before and after blasting at Kangalass lignite deposit. It is illustrated how the blasting period is related with the temperature behavior in the disintegration of broken rocks. The results are the basis to predict dragline productivity in different seasons and to select efficient scheme for blasted rock removal.