Rock mechanics plays a fundamental role in the mining industry, covering services such as defining the geomechanical bases for mine design and planning, selecting and sizing ground support systems, mining analysis and sequencing, and seismic risk assessment. These aspects are addressed with the aim of ensuring the safety, efficiency and optimization of mining operations.
WHAT WE DO
✓ Definition of geomechanical bases for mine planning and design.
✓ Estimation of dilution and mining recovery.
✓ Selection and sizing of ground support.
✓ Analysis and reliability of mine design and sequencing.
✓ Seismic risk analysis.
HOW WE DO IT
✓ 3D characterization of the rock mass.
✓ Construction of the rock mass quality block model.
✓ Definition of rock mass strength properties.
✓ 3D stability analysis.
✓ Gravity flow models.
✓ Construction of 3D numerical stress and strain models with MAP3D and RS3.
Sound decision-making begins with a deep understanding of the rock mass. We apply geotechnical criteria and modeling tools to deliver practical solutions tailored to the real challenges of each mining operation.
MAIN AREAS
✓ 3D geotechnical and structural models.
✓ Selection and design of ground support and backfill.
✓ Seismic risk assessment.
✓ Stability analysis of waste dumps and stockpiles.
✓ Data collection and quality control (QA/QC) of core logging and laboratory testing.
✓ 3D numerical models to assess stability and simulate the stress distribution resulting from the mining sequence.