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Slope stability study of an open pit gold mine project in interior Alaska

  • Huang Scott L.
    • 한국지구물리탐사학회:학술대회논문집
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    • 2003.11a
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    • pp.72-77
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    • 2003
  • The study tasked by Ryan Lode Mines, Inc. involved analysis of pit slope stability for two future pits, Ryan and Curlew. A geological discontinuity survey and groundwater information were obtained through a field program. Twenty core logs containing geotechnical information were used for rock mass classification. The kinematic analysis was performed based on a friction angle (${\Phi}=35^{\circ}$), the distribution of geological structures, and a dry slope condition. Factors of safety of pit slopes in two future mines were determined using the limit equilibrium method. The mine slopes and benches designed by Mine Development Associates (MDA) were analyzed. The analysis indicated that both pits should have an overall safety factor above 1.0, provided the slopes are kept dry. However, slopes in both pits exceeding 91.4 m (300 ft) high will become critical, when water fills the cracks and discontinuities.

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Identifying potential mineral resources using digital imagery

  • Cranfield, L.C.;Vohora, V.K.;Donoghue, S.L.
    • Proceedings of the KSRS Conference
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    • 2003.11a
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    • pp.254-256
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    • 2003
  • A total of one hundred and twenty three goldbearing mineral deposits in the Charters Towers area west of Townswille, Queensland, Australia were initially classified into four named and unnamed separate vein styles, with different trends and alteration patterns, a breccia-style deposit and placer gold deposits. The area has vein deposits in Ordovician and Silurian granitoids and breccia-style in the Carboniferous volcanics. In this paper a modeling of these deposits is described using geological mapping, landscape analysis and digital imagery (Landsat TM and geophysics) to improve the classification and identification of possible new target for exploration.

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An Efficient and Accurate Artificial Neural Network through Induced Learning Retardation and Pruning Training Methods Sequence

  • Bandibas, Joel;Kohyama, Kazunori;Wakita, Koji
    • Proceedings of the KSRS Conference
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    • 2003.11a
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    • pp.429-431
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    • 2003
  • The induced learning retardation method involves the temporary inhibition of the artificial neural network’s active units from participating in the error reduction process during training. This stimulates the less active units to contribute significantly to reduce the network error. However, some less active units are not sensitive to stimulation making them almost useless. The network can then be pruned by removing the less active units to make it smaller and more efficient. This study focuses on making the network more efficient and accurate by developing the induced learning retardation and pruning sequence training method. The developed procedure results to faster learning and more accurate artificial neural network for satellite image classification.

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Preliminary Result of Lineament Analysis for the Potential Site Selection of HLW Geological Disposal (HLW 지층처분 광역 후보부지 선정을 위한 선형구조 예비 분석 결과)

  • Ko, Kyoungtae;Kihm, You Hong;Lee, Hong-Jin
    • Economic and Environmental Geology
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    • v.51 no.2
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    • pp.167-176
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    • 2018
  • It is necessary to consider various geological parameters such as lithology, geological structure, earthquake, hydraulic geology, geochemistry, geological engineering, and geothermal in order to select potential sites for HLW(high-level radioactive waste) geological disposal. In particular, the geological lineament reflects the characteristics of various geological parameters and can be used as an important criterion for site selecting such as nuclear power plants and HLW repositories. In this paper, the Finnish lineament classification method for HLW disposal site selection through the lineament analysis was applied to the lineament data in the Korean peninsula. For this purpose, we used previous lineament data from the KIGAM(Korea Institute of Geoscience and Mineral Resources) and obtained new lineament data from the field geologists such as structural geologist, paleoseismologist, and geomorphologist. To ensure the reliability of the new lineament analysis data, we used high-resolution satellite images and hill-shade relief maps which were constructed by a digital elevation model. In the prevailing direction analysis from the acquired lineament data, the NNE-SSW direction was the most dominant, but the ENE-WSW and NNW-SSE directions also showed highly frequency depending on the experts. Applying the Finnish classification method, the geometrical development characteristics of the lineament corresponding to the Class 1 and 2 used for the wide-wide candidate site were compared. As a result of direction analysis for Class 1, the NNE-SSW direction was the most dominant and the WNW-ESE direction also showed a high frequency. In the case of Class 2, the NNE-SSW is the most prevalent and WNW-ESE or ENE-WSW direction also had highly frequency depending on the experts. Different lineament analysis results based on the same data are interpreted as a result of subjective experience and analytical criteria from the every experts. Therefore, it is necessary to establish integrated criteria and consider geophysical data for the publication of reliable nation-wide lineament map.

Macrotidal Beach Classifications Considering Beach Profiles and Changes: The Case of Beaches in Taean Region (2017-2018) (지형형태와 변화를 반영한 대조차 해빈 분류: 태안지역 해빈을 사례로(2017-2018))

  • Kim, Chan Woong
    • Journal of The Geomorphological Association of Korea
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    • v.26 no.4
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    • pp.47-65
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    • 2019
  • A case study was conducted in Taean region to seek a more detailed macrotidal beach classification than existing beach classification models (Masselink and Short, 1993). Seepage and ridge & runnel were used for classification. On 20 beaches, 68 transects were surveyed 5 times using VRS-GPS. Cross-section area from the transect profiles, mean grain size from sediment analysis, significant wave height from Swan-wave modeling and beach embaymentization from aerial photograph analysis were used to identify the characteristics of the individual types. The transects were classified into 5 types in Taean region; Type 1: low tidal terrace, Type 2: low tidal terrace & ridge, Type 3: dissipative, Type 4: seasonal ridge, and Type 5: ridge & runnel. Generally, seepage was related to coarse sediment size and ridge & runnel was related to high significant wave height. Each type has different characteristics and there was a tendency between the types. The low tidal terrace type had coarse sediments, because this type is excluded from the littoral cell. In this study, the ridge and runnel type could be applied to the classification because the study area is limited only to the macrotidal environment in Taean region.

Analysis of Landslide Hazard Probability for Cultural Heritage Site using Landslide Prediction Map (산사태예측도에 의한 석조문화재 주변의 산사태재해 가능성 분석)

  • Kim, Kyeong-Su;Lee, Choon-Oh;Song, Yeung-Suk;Cho, Yong-Chan;Kim, Man-Il;Chae, Byung-Gon
    • The Journal of Engineering Geology
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    • v.17 no.3
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    • pp.411-418
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    • 2007
  • It is a very difficult thing to estimate an occurrence possibility location and hazard expectation area by landslide. The prediction difficulty of landslide occurrence has relativity in factor of various geological physical factors and contributions. However, estimation of landslide occurrence possibility and classification of hazard area became available correlation mechanism through analysis of landslide occurrence through landslide data analysis and statistical analysis. This study analyzed a damage possibility of a cultual heritage area due to landslide occurrence by a heavy rainfall. We make a landslide prediction map and tried to analysis of landslide occurrence possibility for the cultural heritage site. The study area chooses a temple of Silsang-Sa Baekjang-Am site and made a landslide prediction map. In landslide prediction map, landslide hazard possibility area expressed by occurrence probability and divided by each of probability degrees. This degree used to evaluate occurrence possibility for existence and nonexistence of landslide in the study site. For the prediction and evaluation of landslide hazard for the cultural heritage site, investigation and analysis technique which is introduced in this study may contribute an efficient management and investigation in the cultural heritage site, Korea.

Suggestion of Regression Equations for Estimating RMR Factor Rating by Geological Condition (지질 조건을 고려한 RMR 인자값 추정을 위한 선형회귀식 제안)

  • Kim, Kwang-Yeom;Yim, Sung-Bin;Kim, Sung-Kwon;Kim, Chang-Yong;Seo, Yong-Seok
    • The Journal of Engineering Geology
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    • v.17 no.4
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    • pp.555-566
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    • 2007
  • In general, RMR classification system is used for the support design of a tunnel. Face mapping during excavation and RMR-based rock classifications are conducted in order to provide information for complementary changes to preliminary survey plans and for continuous geological estimations in direction of tunnel route. Although they are ever so important, there are not enough time for survey in general and sometimes even face mapping is not available. Linear regression analysis for the estimation of mediating RQD and condition of discontinuities, which require longer time and more detailed observation in RMR, was performed and optimum regression equations are suggest as the result. The geological data collected from tunnels were analyzed in accordance with three rock types as sedimentary rock, phyllite and granite to see geological effects, generally not been considered in previous researches. Parameters for the regression analysis were set another RMR factor.

A Study on Rock Mass Classification in Quartzite Rock Bed with Consideration of Joint Frequency (절리빈도를 고려한 규암 암반에서의 합리적인 암판정 연구)

  • Lee, Su-Gon;Kim, Min-Sung;Lee, Kyung-Soo;Lee, Chi-Hong
    • Tunnel and Underground Space
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    • v.17 no.2 s.67
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    • pp.102-108
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    • 2007
  • Generally, the method used most widely for rock mass classification is considering the rock strength and development of joint frequency. However, if rock bed has micro-crack and long joint, this method is not rational. Therefore, the difficulties of excavation in the rock bed with complicated geological condition are decided by combining joint frequency. indoor tests (uniaxiall compressive strength, point load test, indoor elastic wave velocity, etc.) and field seismic refraction survey, and the rock mass classification should be implemented by considering their interrelationship.

Physiographical, Geological, and Hydraulic Classification of Ground Water Occurrence in the Unconsolidated Formation, with Respect to the Economical Evaluation, in South Korea (우리나라 지하수(地下水) 부존상태(賦存狀態)의 지형학적(地形學的), 지리학적(地理學的) 유형분류(類型分類))

  • Jeong, Bong Il
    • Economic and Environmental Geology
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    • v.4 no.1
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    • pp.33-37
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    • 1971
  • Economical evaluation of an aquifer in an unconsolidated formation is based on the physiography, geology and hydraulics in it's loci. Since each foundation is controlled by the combination of several factors, these factors in each foundation will be explained in regard to their function, contributing to the yield of ground water from aquifers.

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Simplification of Tunnel Support System in Karst (석회암 공동발달지역의 터널지보패턴개발에 대한 연구)

  • 김상환;허종석;전덕찬
    • Proceedings of the Korean Geotechical Society Conference
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    • 2003.03a
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    • pp.281-288
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    • 2003
  • In karst formation area, the tunnel support system is an important factor for the tunnel safety during operation. This paper presents the simplified tunnel support systems to be adopt in karst formation. For the tunnel planned in the project area, karst features and the expected scenarios in the tunnel area were developed based on the results of the geological and geotechnical assessment. In order to provide specific supporting system and construction details for a wide range of possible karst features, the generalized typical support systems are developed according to the classification of karst features. In addition, the initial support systems and construction sequence for each karst feature are also presented in this paper.

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