A mining track scanner including a scanning system that comprises a support for supporting the scanning system to scan ore carried by a truck. Advantageously, the scanning system safely scans the ore on the truck, as it moves about the mine, without interruption to truck fleet movement. Also, a method for detecting changes in the grade of ore carried by a truck in near real time, the method including the steps of: providing a scanning system having at least a hyperspectral imager, a LiDAR or range determination unit and computational resources; scanning the ore with the range determination unit to determine ore position information; scanning the ore with the hyperspectral imager to produce a corresponding ore hyperspectral image; utilising the computational resources to fuse together the ore position information and the corresponding ore hyperspectral image to produce a ore position and content information map of the ore.
B60P 1/04 - Véhicules destinés principalement au transport des charges et modifiés pour faciliter le chargement, la fixation de la charge ou son déchargement avec un mouvement de basculement de l'élément supportant ou contenant la charge
B60P 3/00 - Véhicules adaptés pour transporter, porter ou comporter des charges ou des objets spéciaux
E21C 41/26 - Procédés d'exploitation minière en surfaceTracés à cet effet
G01N 21/17 - Systèmes dans lesquels la lumière incidente est modifiée suivant les propriétés du matériau examiné
G01N 21/25 - CouleurPropriétés spectrales, c.-à-d. comparaison de l'effet du matériau sur la lumière pour plusieurs longueurs d'ondes ou plusieurs bandes de longueurs d'ondes différentes
G01N 21/31 - CouleurPropriétés spectrales, c.-à-d. comparaison de l'effet du matériau sur la lumière pour plusieurs longueurs d'ondes ou plusieurs bandes de longueurs d'ondes différentes en recherchant l'effet relatif du matériau pour les longueurs d'ondes caractéristiques d'éléments ou de molécules spécifiques, p. ex. spectrométrie d'absorption atomique
G01N 21/85 - Analyse des fluides ou solides granulés en mouvement
G01S 17/88 - Systèmes lidar, spécialement adaptés pour des applications spécifiques
A mining conveyor scanner including a scanning system that comprises a support for supporting the scanning system to scan ore carried by a conveyor. Advantageously, the scanning system safely scans the ore on the conveyor, as it moves in its normal course of operation, without flow interruption. Also, a method for detecting changes in the grade of ore carried by a conveyor in near real time, the method including the steps of: providing a scanning system having at least a hyperspectral imager, a LiDAR or range determination unit and computational resources; scanning the ore with the range determination unit to determine ore position information; scanning the ore with the hyperspectral imager to produce a corresponding ore hyperspectral image; utilising the computational resources to fuse together the ore position information and the corresponding ore hyperspectral image to produce a ore position and content information map of the ore.
G01N 21/17 - Systèmes dans lesquels la lumière incidente est modifiée suivant les propriétés du matériau examiné
G01N 21/25 - CouleurPropriétés spectrales, c.-à-d. comparaison de l'effet du matériau sur la lumière pour plusieurs longueurs d'ondes ou plusieurs bandes de longueurs d'ondes différentes
G01N 21/84 - Systèmes spécialement adaptés à des applications particulières
G01S 17/89 - Systèmes lidar, spécialement adaptés pour des applications spécifiques pour la cartographie ou l'imagerie
The present invention relates to a mine hole sensor probe assembly. The assembly includes a mine hole sensor probe for sensing a mine hole. A holder is provided for holding the sensor probe. The assembly also includes a vehicle for carrying the holder to the mine hole. Advantageously, the holder may be carried by the vehicle to facilitate the safe and efficient transport and deployment of the sensor probe.
E21B 47/017 - Protection des instruments de mesure
B60P 3/00 - Véhicules adaptés pour transporter, porter ou comporter des charges ou des objets spéciaux
B60R 11/00 - Autres aménagements pour tenir ou monter des objets
E21B 47/135 - Moyens pour la transmission de signaux de mesure ou signaux de commande du puits vers la surface, ou de la surface vers le puits, p. ex. pour la diagraphie pendant le forage par énergie électromagnétique, p. ex. gammes de fréquence radio utilisant des ondes lumineuses, p. ex. ondes infrarouges ou ultraviolettes
E21F 17/00 - Procédés ou dispositifs destinés à être utilisés dans les mines ou tunnels, non couverts ailleurs
G05D 105/05 - Applications spécifiques des véhicules commandés pour le terrassement, la construction, le génie civil ou l’exploitation minière, p. ex. excavateurs
G05D 107/70 - Sites industriels, p. ex. entrepôts ou usines
The present invention relates to a modular mine hole sensor probe for moving along a mine hole. The probe includes electrical modules for releasably and serially connecting together. Advantageously, the modular probe includes replaceable electrical modules so that interchange can be accomplished easily if damaged or requiring calibration. As improved electrical hardware becomes available, new electrical modules including the hardware may be included in the probe.
The present invention relates to a mine hole system. The system includes a sensory probe for moving along a mine hole. The probe includes an Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU) for providing inertial data as the probe moves along the hole. The probe also includes a LidAR (Light Detection and Ranging) sensor for providing LiDAR data as the probe moves along the hole. The system includes a processor for processing the inertial data and the LiDAR data to generate a model of the hole. Advantageously, the model may relate to the geometry of the hole and may be more accurate and comprehensive than known caliper techniques.
E21B 47/002 - Relevés dans les trous de forage ou dans les puits par inspection visuelle
G01V 3/12 - Prospection ou détection électrique ou magnétiqueMesure des caractéristiques du champ magnétique de la terre, p. ex. de la déclinaison ou de la déviation fonctionnant par ondes électromagnétiques
G01V 3/20 - Prospection ou détection électrique ou magnétiqueMesure des caractéristiques du champ magnétique de la terre, p. ex. de la déclinaison ou de la déviation spécialement adaptée au carottage fonctionnant par propagation de courant électrique
G01V 3/26 - Prospection ou détection électrique ou magnétiqueMesure des caractéristiques du champ magnétique de la terre, p. ex. de la déclinaison ou de la déviation spécialement adaptée au carottage fonctionnant au moyen de champs magnétiques ou électriques produits ou modifiés par la formation terrestre environnante ou par les dispositifs de détection
G01V 3/38 - Traitement de données, p. ex. pour l'analyse, pour l'interprétation ou pour la correction
The present invention relates to a geological system. The system includes an apparatus for use when scanning an uneven geological surface and that need not contact the geological surface. The apparatus includes a light source for providing light. A reflector is provided for reflecting incident light onto the geological surface, and for reflecting reflected light from the geological surface. The apparatus also includes optical fibre means for receiving the reflected light from the reflector. The system includes moving means for moving the apparatus along the uneven geological surface during scanning. Advantageously, the apparatus does not require physical sampling of material along a hole, and may instead move along the hole at very fast speeds (typically up to between 2 to 4 m/s) whilst obtaining hyperspectral radiometric data. The apparatus may be low cost, and may include no radioactive materials, so that there is little concern or business interruption if it is lost down a hole.
G01V 8/18 - Détection, p. ex. en utilisant des barrières de lumière en utilisant un émetteur et un récepteur en utilisant des systèmes de balayage mécanique
E21B 49/00 - Test pour déterminer la nature des parois des trous de forageEssais de couchesProcédés ou appareils pour prélever des échantillons du terrain ou de fluides en provenance des puits, spécialement adaptés au forage du sol ou aux puits
G01V 8/14 - Détection, p. ex. en utilisant des barrières de lumière en utilisant un émetteur et un récepteur en utilisant des réflecteurs
G01V 8/16 - Détection, p. ex. en utilisant des barrières de lumière en utilisant un émetteur et un récepteur en utilisant des fibres optiques
The present invention relates to a geological sample scanning system to be disassembled for transport and then re-assembled onsite at a mine site or field. The system includes a stand. An imaging sensor is provided for being supported by the stand. The system also includes a transporter for transporting a geological sample, in the form of ore from the mine site or field, along a single axis to be sensed by the sensor.
H04N 23/12 - Caméras ou modules de caméras comprenant des capteurs d'images électroniquesLeur commande pour générer des signaux d'image à partir de différentes longueurs d'onde avec un seul capteur
H04N 23/56 - Caméras ou modules de caméras comprenant des capteurs d'images électroniquesLeur commande munis de moyens d'éclairage
8.
CONTINUUM ESTIMATION TOOL FOR MINING OF GEOLOGICAL STRUCTURES
The present invention relates to a geological analysis method for determining abundance results for one or more valuable materials in a geological structure. The method involves receiving scan data relating to a geological structure, and processing the data to determine a continuum. The method further involves generating an abundance result of the valuable materials using the continuum. Advantageously, the abundance result can be used for mining applications whereby locations of the geological structure having higher abundance are more desirable to mine.
G01V 3/26 - Prospection ou détection électrique ou magnétiqueMesure des caractéristiques du champ magnétique de la terre, p. ex. de la déclinaison ou de la déviation spécialement adaptée au carottage fonctionnant au moyen de champs magnétiques ou électriques produits ou modifiés par la formation terrestre environnante ou par les dispositifs de détection
G01V 3/34 - Transmission de données aux appareils d'enregistrement ou de traitementEnregistrement de données
G01V 3/40 - Prospection ou détection électrique ou magnétiqueMesure des caractéristiques du champ magnétique de la terre, p. ex. de la déclinaison ou de la déviation spécialement adaptée à la mesure des caractéristiques du champ magnétique terrestre
G01V 11/00 - Prospection ou détection par des méthodes combinant des techniques spécifiées dans les groupes
G01V 99/00 - Matière non prévue dans les autres groupes de la présente sous-classe
G06F 16/29 - Bases de données d’informations géographiques
G06F 16/901 - IndexationStructures de données à cet effetStructures de stockage
The present invention relates to a geological mapping method. The method includes receiving scan data relating to a geological structure. The data is processed to determine one or more regions of interest. The method further includes displaying a geo-spatially accurate map of the geological structure showing the regions of interest. Advantageously, the map showing the regions of interest may be rapidly generated, without the need for manual review and adjustment by a geologist. The mapping method may be accurate, consistent and repeatable without the need for manual review and adjustment by a geologist.
A battery pack assembly comprises a battery enclosure having a first side panel, a second side panel, a third side panel, a fourth side panel, a top panel, and a bottom panel defining a module containing volume. The battery pack assembly may contain a plurality of battery modules in the module containing volume, the plurality of battery modules having a first battery module, a second battery module, and a third battery module. The first battery module and the second battery module are positioned in a first orientation and stacked to form a column of battery modules and the third battery module is positioned in a second orientation and positioned adjacent to the column of battery modules.
The present invention relates to a geological system. The system includes an apparatus for use when scanning an uneven geological surface and that need not contact the geological surface. The apparatus includes a light source for providing light. A reflector is provided for reflecting incident light onto the geological surface, and for reflecting reflected light from the geological surface. The apparatus also includes optical fibre means for receiving the reflected light from the reflector. The system includes moving means for moving the apparatus along the uneven geological surface during scanning. Advantageously, the apparatus does not require physical sampling of material along a hole, and may instead move along the hole at very fast speeds (typically up to between 2 to 4 m/s) whilst obtaining hyperspectral radiometric data. The apparatus may be low cost, and may include no radioactive materials, so that there is little concern or business interruption if it is lost down a hole.
The present invention relates to a geological sample scanning system to be disassembled for transport and then re-assembled onsite at a mine site or field. The system includes a stand. An imaging sensor is provided for being supported by the stand. The system also includes a transporter for transporting a geological sample, in the form of ore from the mine site or field, along a single axis to be sensed by the sensor.
The present invention relates to a method for detecting changes in the ore grade of a rock face in near real time. The method includes the step of providing a scanning system having at least a hyperspectral imager, a position system, a LiDAR or range determination unit and computational resources. Further, the method involves determining a precise location of the scanning system utilising the position system. The rock face is scanned with the range determination unit to determine rock face position information. The method involves scanning the rock face with the hyperspectral imager to produce a corresponding rock face hyperspectral image. Further the method involves utilising the computational resources to fuse together the rock face position information and the corresponding rock face hyperspectral image to produce a rock face position and content information map of the rock face.
The present invention relates to a geological sample holder. The holder includes a container for containing a geological sample and for orienting in an upright configuration. One or more baffles extend across the container and baffle the geological sample. Advantageously, the sample holder may be angled to the horizontal for scanning, and the baffles baffle the geological sample from shifting downwards.
The present invention relates to a method for detecting changes in the ore grade of a rock face in near real time. The method includes the step of providing a scanning system having at least a hyperspectral imager, a position system, a LiDAR or range determination unit and computational resources. Further, the method involves determining a precise location of the scanning system utilising the position system. The rock face is scanned with the range determination unit to determine rock face position information. The method involves scanning the rock face with the hyperspectral imager to produce a corresponding rock face hyperspectral image. Further the method involves utilising the computational resources to fuse together the rock face position information and the corresponding rock face hyperspectral image to produce a rock face position and content information map of the rock face.
The present invention relates to a method for detecting changes in the ore grade of a rock face in near real time. The method includes the step of providing a scanning system having at least a hyperspectral imager, a position system, a LiDAR or range determination unit and computational resources. Further, the method involves determining a precise location of the scanning system utilising the position system. The rock face is scanned with the range determination unit to determine rock face position information. The method involves scanning the rock face with the hyperspectral imager to produce a corresponding rock face hyperspectral image. Further the method involves utilising the computational resources to fuse together the rock face position information and the corresponding rock face hyperspectral image to produce a rock face position and content information map of the rock face.
09 - Appareils et instruments scientifiques et électriques
37 - Services de construction; extraction minière; installation et réparation
42 - Services scientifiques, technologiques et industriels, recherche et conception
Produits et services
Pre-recorded computer software used for modelling of ore bodies, mine planning, and mine optimization in the field of mining and processing of ore; pre-recorded packaged software used for modelling of ore bodies, mine planning, and mine optimization in the field of mining and processing of ore; computer hardware used for modelling of ore bodies, mine planning, and mine optimization in the field of mining and processing of ore; downloadable computer programs used for modelling of ore bodies, mine planning, and mine optimization in the field of mining and processing of ore; global positioning system (GPS) apparatus; downloadable training manuals in the form of a computer program used for modelling of ore bodies, mine planning, and mine optimization in the field of mining and processing of ore; downloadable training manuals in electronic format used for modelling of ore bodies, mine planning, and mine optimization; downloadable electronic publications in the field of mining and processing of ore, modelling of ore bodies, mine planning, and mine optimization; pre-recorded compact discs (CDs) featuring subject matter in the field of mining and processing of ore, modelling of ore bodies, mine planning, and mine optimization; pre-recorded DVDs featuring subject matter in the field of mining and processing of ore, modelling of ore bodies, mine planning, and mine optimization Building and construction services; electrical installation services; information technology (IT) services, namely, installation and maintenance of computer and computer peripherals; installation of computerised information systems; maintenance, installation and repair of electrical items and equipment; repair; maintenance and installation consultancy services relating to the above mentioned services; maintenance and repair of electronic installations; installation of communications network apparatus; maintenance and installation advisory services relating to the above mentioned services Application service provider (ASP) services featuring software used for modelling of ore bodies, mine planning, and mine optimization in the field of mining and processing of ore; hosting of web sites; creating and maintaining web sites for others; design services in the field of mining and processing of ore, modelling of ore bodies, mine planning, and mine optimization; web site design; design of computer software; development of computer software; software engineering; engineering project management services; providing temporary use of non-downloadable software used for modelling of ore bodies, mine planning, and mine optimization in the field of mining and processing of ore; technical inspection services; information technology (IT) consulting services in the field of mining and processing of ore, modelling of ore bodies, mine planning, and mine optimization; scientific advisory services; design of computer hardware; advisory services relating to computer hardware; data mining services
09 - Appareils et instruments scientifiques et électriques
37 - Services de construction; extraction minière; installation et réparation
42 - Services scientifiques, technologiques et industriels, recherche et conception
Produits et services
Computer software; packaged software; computer hardware;
computer programs (downloadable software); apparatus for use
in audio-visual communication; global positioning system
(gps) apparatus; plotting apparatus; training manuals in the
form of a computer program; training manuals in electronic
format; electronic publications (downloadable); pre-recorded
compact discs (disks)(cds); pre-recorded dvds. Building and construction services; electrical installation
services; repair, maintenance and installation advisory
services; information technology (it) services (computer and
computer peripherals installation and maintenance);
installation of computerised information systems;
maintenance, installation and repair of electrical items and
equipment; repair, maintenance and installation consultancy
services; maintenance and repair of electronic
installations; installation of communications network
apparatus. Application service provider (asp) services; hosting
computer sites (web sites); creating and maintaining web
sites for others; design services; web site design; design
of computer software; development of computer software;
software engineering; engineering project management
services; online provision of web-based software
(non-downloadable); technical inspection services;
information services relating to information technology;
scientific advisory services; design of computer hardware;
advisory services relating to computer hardware; data mining
services.
09 - Appareils et instruments scientifiques et électriques
37 - Services de construction; extraction minière; installation et réparation
42 - Services scientifiques, technologiques et industriels, recherche et conception
Produits et services
(1) Computer software for database management; computers and computer hardware; global positioning system (GPS) consisting of computers, computer software, transmitters, receivers, and network interface devices; navigation apparatus for vehicles in the form of on-board computers; operating and user instructions stored in digital form for computers and computer software, in particular on floppy disks or CD-ROMs; pre-recorded CDs and DVDs containing audio and video clips (1) Building construction services; installation, maintenance and repair of computer hardware; mining services
(2) Cloud computing provider services for general storage of data; cloud computing providing software for database management; cloud computing web hosting services; computer design services; computer hardware and software design; computer programming and software design; computer programming services; computer software consultancy; computer software consulting; computer software design; computer software installation and maintenance; computer software project management services; computer website design; consultancy in the field of software design; creating and designing web pages for others; design and development of computer hardware and software; design and development of wireless computer networks; industrial design; installation and maintenance of computer software; installation, maintenance and repair of software for computer systems; maintenance of computer software; providing technology information in the oil and gas industry; technical supervision and inspection in the field of geological mining; technical support services in the form of troubleshooting of computer hardware and software problems; technical surveying; website design; website development for others