Reliability, Maintainability, and Availability of Mining Drilling Equipment
Mohammad Javad Rahimdel,
Behzad Ghodrati
Abstract:Drilling represents the initial and most crucial phase in open pit mining operations that utilize the drilling and blasting method. The mobility of all drilling machineries, facilitated by the undercarriage moving between drilling sites, is essential. Any malfunction in this system can hinder movement and, ultimately, halt drilling activities. The reliability, maintainability, and availability of such equipment are vital for continuous production and pose significant challenges for mining companies aiming to e… Show more
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