Automated Planning of Underground Mining Operations with Regard to Geological and Geotechnical Constraints

The authors present a multi-factor algorithm for making provisions for geological/geotechnical constraints and operation timing criteria subject to availability of resources. The algorithm enables embracing a variety of possible combinations of heading or stoping conditions at each specific underground mine facility. The algorithm is a part of the digital tool of automated underground mine production planning in geological and mining information system MINEFRAME.

Automated summary

The authors present a multi-factor algorithm that considers geological and geotechnical constraints and resource availability for underground mine production planning. The algorithm allows for various combinations of heading or stoping conditions in each specific mine facility.