An experimental and numerical study of the strength development of layered cemented tailings backfill

Abstract The behaviour of a stratified backfilled stope in terms of strength development and stress distribution has not been well established in the field of rock engineering. Yet, the mining industries with massive ore bodies are looking into high production with a high standard of safety which is...

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Main Authors: Nhleko Monique Chiloane, Fhatuwani Sengani, Francois Mulenga
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Nature Portfolio 2024-01-01
Series:Scientific Reports
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-024-51464-2