System and method for the autonomous drilling of ground holes
US9347306B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 24, 2013 |
| Grant date | May 24, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 18, 2034 |
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- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE21B44/00
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A system and method for the drilling of ground holes by a track steer drill rig. The system and method include a drilling arrangement that permits the speed of drilling holes to be balanced against the stability of the hole thus formed. The system and method allow for the autonomous drilling of ground holes and, particularly, although not exclusively, for the purposes of exploration, mining, and/or construction. In particular, the system and method relate to the autonomous drilling of ground holes which are used for subsequent blasting.
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