Meet us at 59th US Rock Mechanics / Geomechanics Symposium at booth #4.
General Information:
Date: June 8-11, 2025
Venue: Santa Fe Community Convention Center, New Mexico
Booth: #4
Presentation:
Date: June 11, 2025
Time: 1:45 pm – 3:15 pm (time slot of the full session consisting of 6 talks)
Location: O’Keeffe/Milago
Presenter: @ZS, SIMULIA Infrastructure, Energy & Materials Industry Process Expert Specialist
Presentation: Integrating Geotechnical Analysis and Parametric Design for an underground mine project through a collaborative approach
Abstract: Underground mine design is traditionally a manual, time-intensive process requiring input from multiple teams, often limiting efficiency and exploration of alternative designs. A key challenge lies in the separation of mine design and geotechnical analysis, which rely on different tools and extensive data exchanges.
This article presents a collaborative approach that integrates geological modeling, parametric design, and geotechnical analysis into a unified platform, streamlining workflows and fostering innovation. The process begins with implicit geological modeling to create an accurate subsurface representation, followed by assigning geotechnical attributes within a block model to ensure data precision. A parametric design tool then facilitates flexible mine layout adjustments, optimizing configurations based on factors like heading spacing and profile geometry.
Finite Element models simulate stress distribution and safety factors, allowing for stability assessments. A case study of the Niagara underground mine dataset demonstrates how this iterative approach improves efficiency, adaptability, and safety by reducing manual data exchanges and enabling real-time design adjustments. By breaking down interdisciplinary silos, this methodology supports a more resilient, efficient, and future-proof underground mining framework.
About the Event:
The American Rock Mechanics Association invites you to its 59th US Rock Mechanics / Geomechanics Symposium to be held in Santa Fe, New Mexico, USA, on 8-11 June 2025. The technical program will focus on theoretical advances and innovative applied research in rock mechanics and geomechanics. Technical tours and field trips are planned to take place before and after the symposium. Short courses and workshops will be held prior to the symposium. Travel companion activities will be available during the symposium.
The annual U.S. rock mechanics / geomechanics symposium encompasses all aspects of rock mechanics, rock engineering, and geomechanics, with a focus on fundamental, practical, and educational issues facing our profession. For the Santa Fe 2025 symposium we invite scientific and engineering papers in seven technical tracks.
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