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CSIRO’s breakthrough in printed solar cells, for deployment in mining and remote regions

CSIRO’s breakthrough in printed solar cells, for deployment in mining and remote regions In what is being termed a clean energy breakthrough, CSIRO’s scientists have led an international team to develop a lightweight and flexible solar technology that pushes the boundaries of where solar cells can be used. Where silicon solar panels are typically rigid and heavy, the team have set a new efficiency record with its fully roll-to-roll printed solar cells, which are highly flexible and portable, being on thin plastic films. These printed solar cells can be deployed across urban construction, mining operations, emergency...

Rio enters JV option with Valor

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Rio enters JV option with Valor

BY ELIZABETH FABRI RIO Tinto subsidiary Kennecott Exploration (KEX) has inked a Joint Venture option deal with ASX-listed Valor Resources over its Berenguela copper-silver-manganese project in south-eastern Peru. Initial terms of the agreement included a payment of $US700,000 before February 2019, and further $US2million spend on exploration over the next 12 months. At the completion of initial expenditure, Kennecott would be entitled to form a 50:50 incorporated joint venture by paying an additional $US3million to Valor, and increase its stake to 75 per cent by spending an additional $US5million within three years. Valor Resources executive director Nicholas Lindsay said bringing Kennecott in as a partner to the project was a significant and exciting step forward in its development,...

AI can forecast mining disasters: new study

AI can forecast mining disasters: new study

AI can forecast mining disasters: new study Artificial intelligence can forecast gas-related incidents in coal mines within half an hour, according to a new study exploring how the technology can reduce the risk of disasters. The study of coal mines in China compared 10 machine learning algorithms to see which AI method could make predictions about changes in methane gas levels 30 minutes in advance and notify users of anomalies. Gas explosions or ignitions in underground mines pose significant risks, with almost 60% of coal mine accidents in China caused by methane gas....

Metso’s power unit enhancing safety

Metso’s power unit enhancing safety

Metso’s power unit enhancing safety Metso is introducing the 5th Generation MP Hydraulic power unit for Nordberg® MP cone crushers, designed for easy maintenance, enhanced safety and standardisation. Metso mining crusher products vice president Andrew Lingenfelter says the company has built a strong reputation among customers for delivering reliable power units for MP cone crushers, supported by a robust installed base. “As even very reliable customers’ existing units age and components in the older units become obsolete, obtaining replacement quotes can be challenging for customers,” he said. “The new power unit simplifies this process, enabling us to quickly provide quotes...