G-2024-62
Coordination of electrical drilling machines in open-pit mines: A constraint programming approach
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This article addresses the efficient coordination of multiple electrical drill rigs in open-pit mines, considering unique constraints such as continuous power supply, dynamic obstacle creation, and safe distancing. We aim to maximize drilling within a given time horizon. We provide a comprehensive problem description and propose a constraint programming model complemented by a heuristic algorithm. Experimental results demonstrate the model's effectiveness in scheduling up to 300 tasks with 3 machines over 24 hours, achieving near-optimal solutions within 2 minutes. For instances with fewer than 250 tasks, the model consistently reaches optimal solutions, enabling real-time decision-making in dynamic mining environments.
Published September 2024 , 23 pages
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