Methodological provisions for justifying the conditions and parameters for mining man-made formations
E.E. Shvabenland1, A.A. Zubkov2
1 N.M. Fedorovsky All-Russian Research Institute of Mineral Resources (VIMS), Moscow, Russian Federation
2 Nosov Magnitogorsk State Technical University, Magnitogorsk, Russian Federation
Russian Mining Industry №5S/ 2025 p. 79-84
Abstract: The need to improve the design of mining systems in terms of the comprehensive use of various types of georesources at all the stages of deposit development requires a justification of the conditions and parameters for mining man-made mineral formations when expanding the mining and processing technologies to cover the dumped and currently produced man-made raw materials. The paper systematizes modern methods of developing man-made mineral formations for further mining operations according to a number of basic characteristics that reflect the specific nature of man-made formations, objectives of the development, and the operating conditions, which will enable their exploitation with integrated extraction of valuable components. According to the authors, the most efficient approach in modern conditions is the combined integrated development of the natural deposits and associated man-made formations, which includes mining, geotechnical, dewatering, cryogenic, and environmental protection measures. Execution of preliminary engineering surveys and introduction of a monitoring system are essential for complex and unstable conditions with inconsistent natural and man-made raw materials. At existing operations it is advisable to start preparing man-made formations during their formation, thereby reducing the operating costs. Large-scale or long-term operations justify introduction of automated and digital solutions that improve the management efficiency and accuracy of the development work.
Keywords: man-made mineral formation, operational waste, mining complex, dump, tailings pond, slag disposal sites, valuable components, environmental impact
For citation: Shvabenland E.E., Zubkov A.A. Methodological provisions for justifying the conditions and parameters for mining man-made formations. Russian Mining Industry. 2025;(5S):79–84. (In Russ.) https://doi.org/10.30686/1609-9192-2025-5S-79-84
Article info
Received: 13.08.2025
Revised: 15.10.2025
Accepted: 21.10.2025
Information about the authors
Elena E. Shvabenland – Cand. Sci. (Eng.), Head of the Sector of Projects Analysis for the Development of Non-Ferrous, Rare, and Noble Metal Deposits, N.M. Fedorovsky All-Russian Research Institute of Mineral Resources (VIMS), Moscow, Russian Federation; This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Anton A. Zubkov – Acting Director, Mining Engineering and Transport Institute, Nosov Magnitogorsk State Technical University, Magnitogorsk, Russian Federation
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