Mine Tailings: Fundamental and Engineering Aspects of Colloidal/Fine Mine Wastes (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780443337529)

Mine Tailings: Fundamental and Engineering Aspects of Colloidal/Fine Mine Wastes offers an in-depth examination of mine waste and related issues such as storage, safety, environmental impact, water management, and sustainability. The book begins with a review of regulations and global standards for tailings management that is followed by an analysis of common types of tailings storage facilities. The book delves into the behavior of tailings materials, including particle interactions, dispersion/aggregation, and the rheology of mineral suspensions. It covers soil mechanics and toxic substance treatment, as well as managing the closure and safety of mine waste management facilities.

Additionally, it addresses the environmental, social, and governance factors essential for sustainable mining operations, making it a valuable resource for those concerned with mine waste management. This comprehensive text is crucial for researchers and engineers aiming to understand and mitigate the impacts of mine waste.

Author: Akira Otsuki,Adrian Keith R. Caamiño,Sibele Nascimento
ISBN-10: 0443337527
ISBN-13: 9780443337529
Publisher: Elsevier
Language: English
Published: 10/01/2026
Pages: 350
Format: Paperback