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Apparatus and method for estimation of ore quality using color correlations

US8134712B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 21, 2011
Grant dateMar 13, 2012
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Expiry dateFeb 21, 2031

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01N2021/8592
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

An apparatus and method for estimating ore quality using color correlations is disclosed. The apparatus and method quantify ash or grade concentration in process streams arid/or samples in real time, allowing for the optimization of ore processing operations, The apparatus and method employ a light beam at a given wavelength, which allows for the measurement of ash content or grade.

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