Particle transport in turbulent non-Newtonian suspensions in self formed open channels

更好地了解渠道形成的基本原理，以及渠道在自然或人工环境中运输固体的能力，将有利于采用明渠(或水槽)或堆积尾矿作为其工艺一部分的行业。这将导致更好的设计和运行，减少用水量和废物处理量。这项研究将为设计工具更准确地预测尾矿库的行为奠定科学基础。采矿业将受益于改善尾矿处置制度的管理、减少用水量、降低处置成本和减少对环境的影响。

An improved understanding of the fundamentals of channel formation and the ability of channels to transport solids in either a natural or created environment will be of benefit to industries employing open channels (or flumes) or stacked tailings as part of their processes. This will lead to better design and operation with reduced water use and reduced volume of waste disposal. This research will build the scientific foundation for the design tools to more accurately predict the behaviour of tailings stacks. The mining industry will benefit from the improved management of their tailings disposal regimes, reduced water usage, lowered cost of disposal and reduced impact on the environment.