Booi Industries (Pty) Ltd
We design and in development of Autonomous Advanced Mining Robotics for Rapid Access Mining, a system that can be fully autonomous and that is achieved by an Integrated Mining Systems and with the application of heavy-duty robotics which are designed to endure the harshest conditions in the mines. The Booi Industries (Pty) Ltd Rapid Access Technology is designed for mechanized mining operation and mining tunnels and offers the best cutting performance in a wide range of rock formations with a desired maximum cutting height of 5m and width of 5m.
New Industry And Energy
Technologies to improve natural resource extraction
8 years
Africa, Asia, Australia South America and North America
The present invention relates to the field of mining technology, specifically to systems and methods for efficient, versatile underground mining operations. It addresses the challenges of cutting through various rock formations, navigating complex geological environments, and handling extracted materials with a high degree of precision and adaptability. The invention introduces an integrated system that combines oscillating polycrystalline diamond (PCD) cutters, hydraulic mechanisms for precise operational control, and a state-of-the-art underground surveying and guidance system. This integrated approach enables the mining apparatus to perform a wide range of tasks from cutting and breaking rock formations to material removal and geological modeling, significantly improving efficiency and safety in underground mining operations. The system's adaptability is further enhanced by the capability to interchange cutting tools based on the specific mining requirements, ranging from PCD cutters for hard rock formations to high- pressure water cutters for different applications. This invention stands at the forefront of mining technology, offering solutions that significantly advance the capabilities of underground mining equipment.
Booi Industries (Pty) Ltd is at Technology Readiness Level 3 (TRL-3) going on (TRL-4), from 2007 we've been in research and development of Advanced mining robotics, we've achieved designs, simulations and proof of concepts in form of a small scale models and have won first prize award at the CSIR RISP Regional Innovation Challenge.
INTEGRATED UNDERGROUND MINING SYSTEM WITH OSCILLATING POLYCRYSTALLINE DIAMOND
