Physical and Chemical Geotechnologies

Abstract

This article considers and substantiates various aspects that solve various problems that arise in the process of mining. Various methods of using 3D printing to produce components and structures in the mining industry are considered. Trends, relevance, and expediency are analyzed, as well as methods and techniques of printing, materials, kinematic configurations that can be used to create various types of products, depending on the expected properties, functions, and the area of their potential application for solving the problems of the mining industry from manufacturing, also described spare parts and accessories for protective equipment. Advantages and disadvantages are highlighted, according to the field of application and printing method. Current 3D printing technologies are studied and examples of already implemented projects are given. Examples of possible applications of 3D printing in various fields are also provided, its impact and possible improvements during processes, which can be obtained when implementing its application to perform tasks arising in the extraction of minerals, are analyzed.

Keywords: 3D printing, optimization, mining processes, economic issues

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