Fachartikel 05_2025
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RWE Climate Liability According to the Higher Regional Court of Hamm Ruling of 28th May 2025
Are energy companies liable for the consequences of CO2Â emissions from coal-fired power generation in this country in distant countries? So is there global climate liability? On 28th May 2025, the Higher Regional Court (OLG) Hamm, Hamm/Germany, issued a spectacular ruling on this issue, ultimately dismissing the lawsuit against RWE AG,…
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Digitalisation in Mining – the Backbone of Smart Energy Management
The 28 member companies of the International Council on Mining and Metals (ICMM) have jointly committed to net zero emissions by 2050. The ICMM includes some of the world’s largest mining companies, such as BHP, Rio Tinto and Anglo American, and represents around one third of the global mining industry…
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Ground Freezing and TBM Interface Management at the HS2 Project: Practical Experience from Tunnelling in London
SThe construction of the cross passages in the Northolt Tunnels West (NTW) section of the HS2 project in London/UK required artificial ground freezing under challenging geological, logistical and construction-related conditions. The freezing works for eleven cross passages were carried out by the RDMI Freezing JV (Redpath Deilmann GmbH, Dortmund/Germany and…
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Shielding and Robotisation: A New Integrated Concept for Enhancing Safety and Efficiency in Drill-and-Blast Operations
Shielding and robotisation are opening up new perspectives for underground drill-and-blast development. By isolating the high-risk area near the face using a mobile, double-barrier shielding system, the presence of personnel in this zone can be entirely avoided. This shielded system is complemented by an integrated buffer storage unit for the…
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Integration of a Stereo Camera-Based SLAM-Algorithm for Localization and Mapping in Mining
Automation and autonomisation in the mining industry are advancing, with the efficient navigation of mobile equipment in dynamic mining environments posing a key challenge. This article presents the implementation of a stereo camera-based SLAM (Simultaneous Localisation and Mapping) algorithm for continuous mapping and localisation in open-pit mining. The use of…
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Digitalisation, Automation and Networking – a Comparison of the Automotive and Mining Industries
Advancing digitalisation, automation and networking are transforming industries worldwide. Two industries that are particularly affected by these developments are mining and automotive. While both sectors are being revolutionised by technological innovations, there are significant differences in the way these technologies are used. The following report highlights the similarities and differences…
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Experiences and Findings for Sustainable Mine Water Management in Underground Hard Coal Mining
Managing mine water level rebound is a key task in post-mining operations. The focus here is on finding a controlled, sustainable and ecologically and economically viable solution for all parties involved. Intensive research and scientific monitoring of past and ongoing mine water level rebound in recent decades have enabled reliable…
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Advanced First Aid: Mine Rescue Services
Under mining law, mining companies maintain mine rescue services to ensure medical care and transport for injured persons in emergencies. However, changes in German mining mean that optimal medical first aid is not always possible. A new course concept is now intended to ensure that rapid assistance can still be…
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