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What is the primary function of a pump?
What is the primary function of a pump?
Which of the following is NOT a type of pump mentioned?
Which of the following is NOT a type of pump mentioned?
What distinguishes positive displacement pumps from other types?
What distinguishes positive displacement pumps from other types?
What is the primary role of a water ram pump?
What is the primary role of a water ram pump?
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What is the main purpose of drainage in mining operations?
What is the main purpose of drainage in mining operations?
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What creates the compression energy in a water ram pump?
What creates the compression energy in a water ram pump?
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Which fluid is primarily used in ore preparation facilities?
Which fluid is primarily used in ore preparation facilities?
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What type of pump is primarily used to transport gases?
What type of pump is primarily used to transport gases?
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Which of the following pump types operates mechanically through displacement?
Which of the following pump types operates mechanically through displacement?
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What significant problem arises in underground mining operations as work progresses?
What significant problem arises in underground mining operations as work progresses?
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Who developed the first known pump in history?
Who developed the first known pump in history?
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What key survey must be conducted prior to preparing a mining operation project?
What key survey must be conducted prior to preparing a mining operation project?
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How are solid particles transported within mineral processing plants?
How are solid particles transported within mineral processing plants?
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What is the purpose of pumping tailings into tailings dams or underground mines?
What is the purpose of pumping tailings into tailings dams or underground mines?
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Which fluid is commonly used in hydraulic machines within mining?
Which fluid is commonly used in hydraulic machines within mining?
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What affects the continuity and cost of production in mining operations?
What affects the continuity and cost of production in mining operations?
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What is the total power required for the system after considering a 20% safety factor?
What is the total power required for the system after considering a 20% safety factor?
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How does the speed of the pump affect the amount of water pumped?
How does the speed of the pump affect the amount of water pumped?
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Given a small pulley diameter of 10 cm rotating at 1200 rpm, what is the required diameter of the large pulley for the pump to rotate at 400 rpm?
Given a small pulley diameter of 10 cm rotating at 1200 rpm, what is the required diameter of the large pulley for the pump to rotate at 400 rpm?
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In the context of the belt-pulley system, what must be true for the circumferential speeds of both pulleys?
In the context of the belt-pulley system, what must be true for the circumferential speeds of both pulleys?
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Which of the following represents the relationship between the pulleys in terms of diameter and rotation speed?
Which of the following represents the relationship between the pulleys in terms of diameter and rotation speed?
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What is a key characteristic of positive displacement pumps?
What is a key characteristic of positive displacement pumps?
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Which type of pump is known for achieving high output pressure?
Which type of pump is known for achieving high output pressure?
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What happens to the effective flow rate of piston pumps as fluid viscosity increases?
What happens to the effective flow rate of piston pumps as fluid viscosity increases?
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How do gear pumps ensure a continuous and uniform discharge?
How do gear pumps ensure a continuous and uniform discharge?
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Centrifugal pumps are least effective for which type of liquids?
Centrifugal pumps are least effective for which type of liquids?
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Which pump is specifically used to provide small amounts of potential energy at high flow rates?
Which pump is specifically used to provide small amounts of potential energy at high flow rates?
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What defines the operation mechanism of a centrifugal pump?
What defines the operation mechanism of a centrifugal pump?
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Which statement about gear pumps is true?
Which statement about gear pumps is true?
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What is the function of the safety factor when calculating engine power for a centrifugal pump?
What is the function of the safety factor when calculating engine power for a centrifugal pump?
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If the inlet diameter of a specified centrifugal pump is 8 inches, what is its outlet diameter in the case of an 8/6 pump?
If the inlet diameter of a specified centrifugal pump is 8 inches, what is its outlet diameter in the case of an 8/6 pump?
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Which of the following could result from selecting a motor that is too small for a centrifugal pump?
Which of the following could result from selecting a motor that is too small for a centrifugal pump?
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What is the formula used to calculate the minimum engine power required for a centrifugal pump?
What is the formula used to calculate the minimum engine power required for a centrifugal pump?
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When needed for liquid feeding, how much additional pump power should be considered?
When needed for liquid feeding, how much additional pump power should be considered?
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In the calculation example provided, what is the density of the slurry being pumped?
In the calculation example provided, what is the density of the slurry being pumped?
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If a pump is rated to deliver 500 m3/h at a discharge head of 20 meters, what efficiency percentage is stated in the example?
If a pump is rated to deliver 500 m3/h at a discharge head of 20 meters, what efficiency percentage is stated in the example?
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What could be a consequence of over-sizing the motor for a centrifugal pump?
What could be a consequence of over-sizing the motor for a centrifugal pump?
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Flashcards
Drainage in Mining
Drainage in Mining
The removal of excess water from mining operations, often using pumps.
Pulp
Pulp
A mixture of water and solid particles used in mineral processing.
Compressed Oil
Compressed Oil
A fluid used in hydraulic machines to exert force.
Water Problem in Mining
Water Problem in Mining
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Hydrogeological Survey
Hydrogeological Survey
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Water in Mineral Processing
Water in Mineral Processing
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Slurry (Pulp)
Slurry (Pulp)
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Tailings
Tailings
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What are pumps?
What are pumps?
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What is an Archimedes screw?
What is an Archimedes screw?
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What's a water ram pump?
What's a water ram pump?
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How does a piston pump work?
How does a piston pump work?
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What are positive displacement pumps?
What are positive displacement pumps?
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How do centrifugal pumps work?
How do centrifugal pumps work?
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How do screw pumps work?
How do screw pumps work?
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What are compressors?
What are compressors?
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Positive Displacement Pump
Positive Displacement Pump
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Piston Pump
Piston Pump
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Gear Pump
Gear Pump
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Screw Pump (Archimedes Screw)
Screw Pump (Archimedes Screw)
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Centrifugal Pump
Centrifugal Pump
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Radial Piston Pump
Radial Piston Pump
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Viscosity
Viscosity
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Pulsed Flow
Pulsed Flow
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Pump Shaft Speed
Pump Shaft Speed
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Pulley System Equation
Pulley System Equation
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Pump Speed and Water Volume
Pump Speed and Water Volume
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Pump Speed and Output
Pump Speed and Output
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Safety Factor
Safety Factor
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What are nominal dimensions of a centrifugal pump?
What are nominal dimensions of a centrifugal pump?
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What is the inlet/suction pipe?
What is the inlet/suction pipe?
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What is the outlet/discharge pipe?
What is the outlet/discharge pipe?
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What is the fan (impeller) of a centrifugal pump?
What is the fan (impeller) of a centrifugal pump?
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What is the formula for calculating the engine power of a centrifugal pump?
What is the formula for calculating the engine power of a centrifugal pump?
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What is pump efficiency?
What is pump efficiency?
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When does the pump power need to be increased by 20%?
When does the pump power need to be increased by 20%?
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What is a centrifugal pump curve?
What is a centrifugal pump curve?
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Study Notes
Fluids in Mining
- Mining operations frequently encounter fluids like water, pulp (water and solid mixture), compressed oil, and compressed air.
- Drainage is a crucial operation to remove excess water.
- Ore preparation facilities use pulp for enrichment.
- Hydraulic machines (e.g., crushers) use compressed oil.
- Machines using compressed air include martopicators and filters.
Water Problems in Mining Operations
- Groundwater and rainfall intrusion into the production area is a significant issue.
- Drainage involves collecting and removing underground and surface water from the mining area.
- Open-pit mines require drainage for continued production.
- Underground mining faces water leakage problems as excavation progresses.
- A detailed hydrogeological survey is required before the project, which helps determine the best water disposal method.
- The suitability of the water disposal facility impacts production continuity and costs.
Water and Slurry in Mineral Processing Plants
- Water is the preferred medium for operations like grinding, classification, and enrichment in mineral processing plants.
- Solids (e.g., minerals) are stored and transported within the facility as a slurry or pulp.
- Ore pulp is moved within the facility using pumps in pipelines or gravity in pipelines and troughs.
- Tailings (processing waste) are often pumped into tailings dams or underground mines
- Water used for transporting ores may contain solid particles.
Pumps
- Pumps are machines used to move fluids from one place to another or to increase their level.
- The Archimedes screw is a historical pump design.
- Water ram pumps (hydraulic/natural pumps) use the pressure difference generated by water height difference in a pipeline to transport water without external energy.
- Modern pumps are classified into two main types: positive displacement and centrifugal pumps.
- Positive displacement pumps move specific volumes of fluid. Examples include piston, gear, and screw pumps.
- Centrifugal pumps increase the fluid's velocity using centrifugal force, delivering fluids at a constant pressure.
Calculating Engine Power for Centrifugal Pumps
- Selecting the correct motor power is crucial. A motor too small can cause issues (e.g., thermal tripping). One that's too large is inefficient.
- The formula for calculating engine power involves flow rate, head, density of the slurry, and pump efficiency.
- Added pressure requirements (such as feeding a cyclone) increase the pump's needed power.
Belt-Pulleys Systems
- The pump fan's speed influences the amount of fluid pumped.
- The circumferential speed of pulleys is equal.
Calculating Pump Shaft Speed
- By using the pulley ratios (diameter x speed), the appropriate pulley size for a desired pump speed can be calculated.
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Test your knowledge on the different types of pumps used in mining operations. This quiz covers the primary functions, roles, and distinctions of various pump types. Dive into key concepts like water ram pumps, drainage, and the transportation of fluids in mineral processing.