Adaptation of 3D models of underground mine ventilation systems for mathematical modelling using the AeroSet analytical software application
S.V. Kopin1, I.V. Zyryanov2
1 Institute “Yakutniproalmaz”, ALROSA PJSC, Mirny, Russian Federation
2 Mirny Polytechnic Institute (branch) of M.K. Ammosov North-Eastern Federal University, Mirny, Russian Federation
Russian Mining Industry №5S/ 2025 p. 82-87
Abstract: Designing models of mine ventilation systems requires dedicated software. This article provides practical recommendations for adapting 3D models of ventilation systems in mines for the tasks of mathematical modelling, with the most efficient option of creating a graphical analogue in the AeroSet analytical software suite. The presented material on the combined use (import) of the ventilation functional diagrams from AutoCAD or Micromine graphical design software for better control of the project and its results, as well as for further project progress, which allows for prompt introduction of descriptions of the mine levels in the ore body and permanent workings that require special attention when selecting the parameters of the main ventilation equipment with due account of the mathematical programming algorithms. Designing technical solutions based on numerical modelling using the AeroSet software suite helps optimize capital and operating costs for ventilation in mines, provided that the initial and model parameters used for analyzing the ventilation system match as closely as possible.
Keywords: network model, analytical complex, mine ventilation, extraction scheme, computer modeling, development, air flow, mathematical models of mines
For citation: Kopin S.V., Zyryanov I.V. Adaptation of 3D models of underground mine ventilation systems for mathematical modelling using the AeroSet analytical software application. Russian Mining Industry. 2025;(6):82–87. (In Russ.) https://doi.org/10.30686/1609-9192-2025-6-82-87
Article info
Received: 08.09.2025
Revised: 23.10.2025
Accepted: 30.10.2025
Information about the authors
Sergey V. Kopin – Cand. Sci. (Eng.), Senior Researcher, Institute “Yakutniproalmaz”, ALROSA PJSC, Mirny, Russian Federation; https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5780-411X; e-mail: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Igor V. Zyryanov – Dr. Sci. (Eng.), Professor, Mirny Polytechnic Institute (branch) of M.K. Ammosov North-Eastern Federal University, Mirny, Republic of Sakha (Yakutia), Russian Federation; https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2943-0138; e-mail: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
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