Abstract
The location of an orebody known to show regional variability in space is determined only through 3D geological modeling. A reliable 3D orebody model must be obtained to ensure resource efficiency and sustainability in the mining industry. In addition, 3D geological modeling has become indispensable in intelligent mining, smart mining, and mining 4.0. In previous years, explicit methods were widely used for 3D geological modeling. However, the validity of geological models produced with these methods has been debated. It has been understood that they are inadequate in modeling vein-type mineralizations with complex geometry in particular. For this reason, implicit modeling methods, which have gained popularity recently, have been proposed for these types of deposits. This study aims to investigate the usability of the implicit modeling method in obtaining a 3D geological model. In addition, it attempts to provide an important resource to the literature for researchers who will conduct 3D modeling studies. For this purpose, a sample chrome field was selected, and 3D modeling of the ore was performed. As a result, it was determined that the implicit modeling method was close to reality and quite reliable.
Recommended Citation
Ozdemir, Ali Can Ozdemir and Tore, Yavuz
(2026)
"An innovative implicit modeling technique to 3D deposit modeling: a case study of the chromite mine,"
Journal of Sustainable Mining: Vol. 25
:
Iss.
1
, Article 7.
Available at: https://doi.org/10.46873/2300-3960.1487
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