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Beyond the fuel tank: advanced approaches for mining efficiency
1+ week, 1+ day ago (981+ words) In Association with Exxon Mobil Diesel is expected to remain central to mine haulage well into the 2030s so squeezing more work out of every litre will remain important for overall site efficiency. Systems, software and operating practice are all crucial…...
Yimin coal mine: what 100 AI-driven electric trucks taught the mining sector
1+ week, 5+ day ago (1046+ words) At Inner Mongolia's Yimin mine, 100 AI-driven electric haul trucks operate in extreme conditions. The project showcases advances in autonomy and connectivity and raises questions about coal's long-term future. Ten months ago, the mining industry felt what may prove to be…...
Myth busting: Why regular oil changes shouldn’t mean using low-quality oil
1+ mon, 3+ day ago (338+ words) In Association with Mobil Some mine operators may think regular oil changes mean they can cut costs by using lower quality products, but this is a risky approach that can lead to serious issues. Here we discuss the critical role…...
New inroads in diesel efficiency offer a pragmatic path to lower-emission mining
3+ mon, 2+ day ago (676+ words) In Association with ExxonMobil Diesel will remain the backbone of mine haulage well through the 2030s. Squeezing more work from every litre offers a path to lower emissions in the short term; a joined-up programme with an expert can do just…...
Rio Tinto and SPIC Qiyuan begin battery-swap truck trial in Mongolia
4+ mon, 2+ week ago (460+ words) The trucks will be used by the Oyu Tolgoi mine for constructing tailings dams and transporting topsoil. Rio Tinto, in partnership with China's State Power Investment Corporation (SPIC) Qiyuan, has initiated a trial for battery-swap technology for electric haul trucks…...
Infrastructure and cost seen as main barriers to BEVs in mining: survey
7+ mon, 1+ day ago (1123+ words) Survey suggests power infrastructure is the biggest barrier to investing in electrification of mining vehicles. Recent advancements in electric vehicle (EV) and battery technology have made it feasible to electrify large-scale mining equipment including haul trucks. However, electrification remains at…...
Retrofitting mining trucks: an alternative path to electrification
9+ mon, 1+ day ago (1046+ words) We speak to ABB's Fabiana Cavalcante about retrofitting diesel mining trucks to utilise battery-electric power " and why it should at least be a consideration. "In our industry," Perenti's head of mining electrification and technology, Darren Kwok, told MINE Australia, "we…...
Autonomous vehicles: How China is leading mining’s next economic driving force
9+ mon, 2+ week ago (366+ words) Extensive 5G networks, world-leading AI, effective regulation, and bold start-ups have helped create an ecosystem in China where autonomous vehicles (AVs) can flourish. Running in parallel to China's steady development of AV technology is its growing emphasis on the transformation of…...