Critical Parameters Influencing Opencast Mine Design - A Review

Open cast mining plays a crucial role in extraction of ore/coal compared to other methods due to its economical and operational advantages. However, the success of opencast operations mainly hinges on the accurate designing of the mine pit, which consider multiple parameters influencing the designing. This review provides the key parameters that engineers must consider while designing open pit mines which also includes the parameters that effect the design and operational efficiency of open cast mines. By integrating geological, geotechnical, geometric, economical, operational methods and environmental considerations, etc, the designing of pit can be done reliably. This paper aims to provide a holistic understanding of their interdependencies, standards employed for their assessment, and their collective impact on achieving economically viable, safe, and environmentally responsible mining operations throughout the mine life cycle, from initial conceptualization to post-closure.