Cost optimization of drilling operations in open-pit mines through parameter tuning

What is it about?

In this paper, the effects of controllable variables on drilling performance are quantified by the face-centered central composite design, and the replacement time of drill bits is optimized using the genetic algorithm. Results show that the proposed approach could be used to determine the optimal drilling parameters and minimize the energy cost in open-pit mines.

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Photo by Shane McLendon on Unsplash

Why is it important?

This research focuses on determining ideal drilling operation parameters for a given drilling operation and minimizing the number of bits consumed for a given bench in order to optimize operational cost.