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Binder for mine tailings

US6402833B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateJul 13, 2000
Grant dateJun 11, 2002
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Expiry dateAug 20, 2020

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02W30/91
  • WIPO fieldMaterials, metallurgy
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A binder for mine tailings and aggregate used as a backfill for an underground void comprises ferrous slag, and cement kiln dust, optionally with lime kiln dust; the binder displays strength characteristics better than or comparable to those achieved with conventional binders based on Portland cement and slag.

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