Summary
An example of the generalized probabilistic approach to slope analysis is given through a case study on an iron ore mine. A step by step engineering procedure is described, so that a practical application can be made to other structures under different field conditions.
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Young, D.S. A generalized probabilistic approach for slope analysis: practical application to an open pit iron ore mine. International Journal of Mining and Geological Engineering 4, 3–13 (1986). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF01553753
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Keywords
- Slope design
- open pit mining
- iron ore mining