Volume 15 (2024)
Volume 14 (2023)
Volume 13 (2022)
Volume 12 (2021)
Volume 11 (2020)
Volume 10 (2019)
Volume 9 (2018)
Volume 8 (2017)
Volume 7 (2016)
Volume 6 (2015)
Volume 5 (2014)
Volume 4 (2013)
Volume 3 (2012)
Volume 2 (2011)
Volume 1 (2010)
Gold, Silver and Iron in Iron Oxy-hydroxide Precipitate Formed in Process of Acid Mine Drainage

J. Jurković; E. Babajić; T. Muhić – Šarac; M. Kolar; A. Kazlagić

Volume 11, Issue 2 , April 2020, , Pages 335-346

https://doi.org/10.22044/jme.2020.9096.1811

Abstract
  Oxidation of sulfide-containing ores is the main cause of Acid Mine Drainage (AMD), which is an environmental problem associated with both the abandoned and active mines. Iron-bearing sulfide minerals can be oxidized and form mine waters with high sulfate content, low pH, high electrical conductivity, ...  Read More

Assessment of Heavy Metal Contamination in Waters due to Mineral Salts Company from Mighan playa/lake, Arak, Iran

F. Ghadimi; A. Hajati; A. Sabzian

Volume 11, Issue 1 , January 2020, , Pages 171-184

https://doi.org/10.22044/jme.2019.8791.1765

Abstract
  The Mighan playa/lake is characterized as a closed catchment. In the recent years, the rapid industrialization and urbanization has resulted in a pollution area in the city of Arak. In this work, we focus on six regions around the playa/lake to study the distribution of heavy metals in the waters and ...  Read More

Comparative and Competitive Study of LDH/Diatomite and Chitosan/Diatomite for Adsorptive Removal of Chloride Ion from Aqueous Solution

F. Sadough Abbasian; B. Rezai; A. R. Azadmehr; H. Hamidian

Volume 11, Issue 1 , January 2020, , Pages 261-279

https://doi.org/10.22044/jme.2020.9023.1789

Abstract
  In this work, two clay-based composites are prepared for the adsorptive removal of the chloride ions from aqueous solutions. These composites are characterized through Fourier transform-infrared spectroscopy, scanning electron microscopy, X-ray fluorescence spectroscopy, and X-ray diffraction analysis. ...  Read More

Calculating inter-sectoral carbon flows of a mining sector via hypothetical extraction method

M. J. Sajid; N. Shahani; M. Ali

Volume 10, Issue 4 , October 2019, , Pages 853-867

https://doi.org/10.22044/jme.2019.8263.1701

Abstract
  Mining is among the oldest industries. It is the primary source of raw materials for most of the sectors. Little is known about the complex inter-sectoral carbon linkages of the mining industry. In this work, we estimate the inter- and intra-sectoral carbon linkage impacts of the mining sector across ...  Read More

Evaluation of background geochemical speciation of heavy metals in overburden topsoil of bituminous sand deposit area, Ondo state, Nigeria

O.E. Ifelola

Volume 10, Issue 4 , October 2019, , Pages 869-882

https://doi.org/10.22044/jme.2019.8377.1725

Abstract
  Metals are ubiquitous within the earth crust. However, the exceptional high-level concentration of heavy metals in the soil due to natural or anthropogenic activities and the chemical forms in which they exist determine the level of risk they portend to the environment. This work was aimed at determining ...  Read More

Application of cut set method to reliability evaluation of mine ventilation networks

Z. Rezaei; M. Ataee-pour; H. Madani

Volume 10, Issue 4 , October 2019, , Pages 947-966

https://doi.org/10.22044/jme.2019.8440.1722

Abstract
  Providing a fresh and cool airflow in underground mines is one of the main concerns during mining. Destruction of support systems, the presence of undesirable objects in the airway and distortion of airflow are the parameters involved that would result in pressure loss, which would affect the ventilation ...  Read More

Copper recovery from thickener overflow by electrocoagulation/flotation: optimization of response surface, modeling, and sludge study

A. Hasanzadeh_Sablouei; Seyed M. Moosavirad

Volume 10, Issue 4 , October 2019, , Pages 1013-1029

https://doi.org/10.22044/jme.2019.8569.1737

Abstract
  The electrocoagulation/flotation process is a novel approach in mining industry that is implemented to return Cu metal to the production cycle, which improves copper recovery and reduces waste water. In this research work, the response surface methodology was applied to optimize the factors effective ...  Read More

Pre-treatment of toxic element and cationic dye onto natural biomass: characterization and optimization

F. Mohajer-Moghari; K. Seifpanahi Shabani; M. Karamouzian

Volume 10, Issue 3 , July 2019, , Pages 649-658

https://doi.org/10.22044/jme.2019.7739.1639

Abstract
  This researchdescribe wastewater pre-treatment that contaminated with Methylene Blue dye (MB) and Ni(II) ion by Athelia Bombacina fungus dead biomass (ABFDB). Researches finding on ABFDB characterization by SEM, XRD, CHNS and FT-IR analysis show that ABFDB can be used as efficient sorbent, because ABFDB ...  Read More

DPM flow pattern of LHD in underground mines with different ventilation conditions

R. Morla; Sh. Karekal; A. Godbole

Volume 10, Issue 2 , April 2019, , Pages 315-326

https://doi.org/10.22044/jme.2019.7961.1666

Abstract
  Diesel-operated Load Haul Dumper (LHD) vehicles are commonly used in underground coal mines. Despite their value as utility vehicles, the main drawback of these vehicles is that they generate diesel particulate matter (DPM), a known carcinogenic agent. In this work, an attempt is made to model DPM flows ...  Read More

Application of non-linear regression and soft computing techniques for modeling process of pollutant adsorption from industrial wastewaters

A. Aryafar; R. Mikaeil; F. Doulati Ardejani; S. Shaffiee Haghshenas; A. Jafarpour

Volume 10, Issue 2 , April 2019, , Pages 327-337

https://doi.org/10.22044/jme.2018.6511.1469

Abstract
  The process of pollutant adsorption from industrial wastewaters is a multivariate problem. This process is affected by many factors including the contact time (T), pH, adsorbent weight (m), and solution concentration (ppm). The main target of this work is to model and evaluate the process of pollutant ...  Read More

Metal(loid) uptake of Sonchus oleraceus grown around Cheshmeh-Konan copper deposit, NW Iran

M. Samadi; S. Torbati; S. Alipour

Volume 10, Issue 2 , April 2019, , Pages 517-528

https://doi.org/10.22044/jme.2019.7935.1659

Abstract
  Heavy metal(loid) contamination in the environment of mining areas has become an important problem. Cheshemeh-Konan is one of the main copper deposits in NW Iran that is currently abandoned. In the present work, the intensity of some metal(loid) pollutions in the soil of the mining area was assessed ...  Read More

Clay sedimentation and consolidation behaviour in tailing storage facilities over mine lifetime

Seyedeh M. Ehsani; M. Unesi; R. Tamartash

Volume 10, Issue 1 , January 2019, , Pages 113-124

https://doi.org/10.22044/jme.2018.7165.1569

Abstract
  Changes in the tailing properties (increasing clay mineral content and fine particles) and poor operation of the dewatering systems have negative impacts on the Tailing Storage Facilities (TSF) of the Shahrbabak copper complex. The design solid concentration of the thickened tailings is 63 wt.% in the ...  Read More

Experimental study on appropriate location of river material mining pits regarding extraction and utilization

H. Haghnazar; B. Hashemzadeh Ansar; R. Amini; M. Saneie

Volume 10, Issue 1 , January 2019, , Pages 163-175

https://doi.org/10.22044/jme.2018.7374.1589

Abstract
  River bed sand and gravel are utilized more than mountain materials due to their availability and closeness to the transit roads and sites of usage. Excessive and non-technical extraction of gravel and sand bring a kind of interference in them, leading to many negative consequences. Therefore, presenting ...  Read More

Assessment of radioactive contamination in water bodies around mine workings using radiation counter

A.O. Owolabi

Volume 9, Issue 4 , October 2018, , Pages 795-806

https://doi.org/10.22044/jme.2018.7025.1545

Abstract
  The vulnerability of water bodies to contamination within the neighbourhood of open mine cast environ cannot be overemphasized. Evidence of radioactive trace elements associated with the target minerals in the Plateau State (Nigeria) showed the extent of this vulnerability. In order to address this challenge, ...  Read More

Investigation of effect of sulfate ion on xanthate consumption in galena flotation based on thermodynamic diagrams

M.R. Shahverdi; A. Khodadadi Darban; M. Abdollahy; Yadollah Yamini

Volume 9, Issue 4 , October 2018, , Pages 1035-1048

https://doi.org/10.22044/jme.2017.6317.1456

Abstract
  Flotation is a common process in sulfide ore beneficiation. Due to the restrictions and lack of access to high-quality water sources for industrial purposes, recycled water plays an important role in the flotation processes. Due to the existence of various organic and inorganic substances in the process, ...  Read More

Evaluating performance of natural sepiolite and zeolite nanoparticles for nickel, antimony, and arsenic removal from synthetic wastewater

R. Dabiri; E. Amiri Shiraz

Volume 9, Issue 4 , October 2018, , Pages 1049-1064

https://doi.org/10.22044/jme.2018.7201.1572

Abstract
  This paper describes a preliminary study of the adsorption of toxic elements from synthetic wastewater in a batch mode. Clay minerals have been highly considered as inexpensive available adsorbents that adapt with the environment due to a special level and a high potential of adsorption. In the present ...  Read More

Computational fluid dynamics simulations for investigation of parameters affecting goaf gas distribution

K.M. Tanguturi; R.S. Balusu

Volume 9, Issue 3 , July 2018, , Pages 547-557

https://doi.org/10.22044/jme.2018.5960.1410

Abstract
  It is necessary to obtain a fundamental understanding of the goaf gas flow patterns in longwall mine in order to develop optimum goaf gas drainage and spontaneous combustion (sponcom) management strategies. The best ventilation layout for a longwall underground mine should assist in goaf gas drainage ...  Read More

XRF analysis of coal bioleaching by chemolithoheterotrophic Alicyclobacillus HRM5 and chemolithoautotrophic Acidithiobacillus ferrooxidans

Sh. Sadat Etemadzadeh; G. Emtiazi; Z. Etemadifar

Volume 9, Issue 3 , July 2018, , Pages 559-566

https://doi.org/10.22044/jme.2017.5573.1369

Abstract
  Most studies on sulfur bioleaching from coal depend on an autotrophic microorganism with a low growth and a long leaching time. For this reason, heterotrophic heat and acidic pH-resistant Alicyclobacillus was used as the growing and resting cells for the sulfur and iron removal from coal. The results ...  Read More

Structural analysis of impacting factors of sustainable development in underground coal mining using DEMATEL method

R. Norouzi Masir; R. Khalokakaie; M. Ataei; S. Mohammadi

Volume 9, Issue 3 , July 2018, , Pages 567-579

https://doi.org/10.22044/jme.2017.951

Abstract
  Mining can become more sustainable by developing and integrating economic, environmental, and social components. Among the mining industries, coal mining requires paying a serious attention to the aspects of sustainable development. Therefore, in this work, we investigate the impacting factors involved ...  Read More

Sustainable development and environmental challenges in Cameroon’s mining sector: A review

M. Anselme Kamga; S. Nzali; C. O. Olatubara; A. Adenikinju; E. A. Akintunde; M. P. Kemeng; F. W.D. Nguimatsia; E. A. Ndip; C. Fuanya

Volume 9, Issue 2 , April 2018, , Pages 293-309

https://doi.org/10.22044/jme.2017.6141.1429

Abstract
  Cameroon has a strong geological potential for a number of mineral resources that, if well managed, could support economic growth. The country contains potentially large deposits of iron ore, gold, bauxite, diamond, limestone, nickel, and gemstones, and indices of other numerous minerals and precious ...  Read More

Investigation of arsenic removal parameters by a new nano-hybrid adsorbent produced from red mud and fly ash

U. Yenial; G. Bulut

Volume 9, Issue 2 , April 2018, , Pages 319-330

https://doi.org/10.22044/jme.2018.6988.1538

Abstract
  Two common waste materials, red mud and fly ash, were used to produce a new nano-hybrid adsorbent by heat treatment with alkali addition. The new zeolitic structure formation of the hybrid adsorbent was revealed using the BET surface area, XRD, and SEM analyses. This hybrid adsorbent was utilized to ...  Read More

Bio-accumulation of major, trace, and rare earth elements by two Astragalus species grown on Agh-Dareh and Zarshouran gold deposits, Takab, NW Iran

S. Torbati; S. Alipour; M. Rostami; S. Hajializadeh

Volume 9, Issue 2 , April 2018, , Pages 417-429

https://doi.org/10.22044/jme.2018.6995.1539

Abstract
  The Agh-Dareh and Zarshouran mines are two known active gold deposits in Takab, NW Iran. In the present study, the potentials of two species of Astragalus (A. microcephalus from Agh-Dareh and A. effusus from Zarshouran mines), as the dominant plants grown in these areas, were assessed for the bio-accumulation ...  Read More

Using selective sequential extraction techniques to evaluate tendency of soil fractions in Cd removal by Fe3O4 nanoparticles in continuous flow system

M Mohammadiun; B. Dahrazma; Seyed F. Saghravani; A. Khodadadi Darban

Volume 9, Issue 2 , April 2018, , Pages 473-484

https://doi.org/10.22044/jme.2017.5981.1415

Abstract
  Use of nanotechnology has proven to be a promising approach toward remediation of all phases of environment. The aim of this work is to investigate the effects of different parameters on using iron III oxide nanoparticles in a continuous flow configuration for the removal of Cd2+ ionsfrom contaminated ...  Read More

Field study on Re and heavy metal phytoextraction and phytomining potentials by native plant species growing at Sarcheshmeh copper mine tailings, SE Iran

S. Tabasi; H. Hassani; A. R. Azadmehr

Volume 9, Issue 1 , January 2018, , Pages 183-194

https://doi.org/10.22044/jme.2017.5969.1413

Abstract
  In the present work, we aimed to focus on the identification and characterization of the heavy metal-tolerant plant species growing spontaneously at the tailings site of the Sarcheshmeh copper mine, south of Iran. Our aim was to find the plant species that were potentially useful for phytoextraction ...  Read More

A new method to consider spatial risk assessment of cross-correlated heavy metals using geo-statistical simulation

M. Sakizadeh; M. T. Sattari; H. Ghorbani

Volume 8, Issue 3 , July 2017, , Pages 373-391

https://doi.org/10.22044/jme.2017.892

Abstract
  The soil samples were collected from 170 sampling stations in an arid area in Shahrood and Damghan, characterized by prevalence of mining activity. The levels of Co, Pb, Ni, Cs, Cu, Mn, Sr, V, Zn, Cr, and Tl were recorded in each sampling location. A new method known as min/max autocorrelation factor ...  Read More