Mining Terminology
Brief descriptions of mining-related terminology
Mining Terminology
What is a Highwall?
In coal mining terms, a highwall is the excavated face/slope which advances down-dip with each successive strip that is mined in an open cut strip mine. In this article, we introduce some of the key concepts surrounding highwall excavation sequence, geotechnical and mine design, and alternative mining methods to recover additional coal reserves beyond final highwalls.
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Mining Terminology
What is a Boxcut?
In mining terms, a boxcut (also written box cut, box-cut) is the first shallow excavation which serves several purposes in both open cut and underground mining operations, coal and hardrock alike.
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