Pit Optimisation Flashcards
1
Q
pit optimisation
A
determine the optimum size and shape of an open pit
2
Q
$ value of a block
A
revenue - cost
3
Q
Rev
A
tonne * grade * price
4
Q
cost
A
mining + processing + selling
5
Q
Lerchs-Grossman method
A
- determines which blocks have to be mined
- start at one point and move up, and diagonally
