A complex product subjects to multiple failure modes such as minor and catastrophic failure
with some probability. This paper investigates the effects of minor failure and catastrophic …

We develop a mining technology statistical model showing that even environmentally
sustainable mining can be still very profitable. We put constraints on mining activities for …

To gain a competitive edge within the international and competitive setting of coal markets,
coal producers must find new ways of reducing costs. Increasing bench drilling efficiency …

Replacing failed bulbs of streetlights in a location can be very tasking and expensive if the
optimal time for replacement is not determined. In this paper, a model has been developed …

Most municipalities have a disconnection between the effective usage of their budget and
their ability to preserve the value of their network of assets. Long-term planning for cross …

In recent years, the profit margin for mining companies has been declining due to low
commodity prices and high operating costs associated with resource degradation and …