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MineTwin is a configurable simulation-based decision support tool for underground and open-pit mines

MineTwin is a configurable simulation-based decision support tool for underground and open-pit mines

This brochure briefly describes the features of MineTwin – a tool for simulation and planning of underground and open-pit mines.
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Open-pit mine simulation for better planning

Open-pit mine simulation for better planning

In this article, Jaco-Ben Vosloo overviews the major challenges in mine planning decision making. Jaco-Ben demonstrates the use of MineTwin – a tool for simulation and planning of underground and open-pit mines.
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Creating manufacturing digital twins based on simulation models made for decision support

Creating manufacturing digital twins based on simulation models made for decision support

Simulation models of discrete manufacturing allow making decisions on operational improvements, forecasting an enterprise operation in accordance with changes in order structure and planning fixed assets investments on a reasonable basis.
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Scheduling of underground mining operations

Scheduling of underground mining operations

Mutual constraints and interdependencies make scheduling in underground mines difficult, making many mathematical optimization methods inefficient. The article discusses an approach to scheduling underground mining operations based on maintaining work-in-progress buffers and iterative adjustment of the plan using a simulation model.
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Strategic Planning Of Logistics For Offshore Arctic Drilling Platforms Supported By Simulation

Strategic Planning Of Logistics For Offshore Arctic Drilling Platforms Supported By Simulation

The presentation discusses the use of the simulation model to determine the required number of vessels and compare different options of crude oil outbound logistic network design.
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Simulation-Based Integrated Decision Support Tool For Potash Mining Operations

Simulation-Based Integrated Decision Support Tool For Potash Mining Operations

The article demonstrates an example of using simulation in planning of potash mining operations.