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Assessing The Impact of Crushing Circuit Design On Energy Efficiency in Mineral Processing Plants
Subject area: Science,Engineering and Technology · Area of research: Mineral Processing and Energy Efficiency
Abstract
Crushing circuits are a critical component of mineral processing plants, and their design can significantly impact energy efficiency. This study investigates the relationship between crushing circuit design and energy efficiency in mineral processing plants. A comprehensive review of existing literature and case studies is conducted to identify key design parameters that influence energy efficiency. The results show that crushing circuit design can significantly impact energy efficiency, with potential savings of up to 30%. The study provides recommendations for optimizing crushing circuit design to improve energy efficiency and reduce costs.
Keywords
Crushing, Circuit, Design, Efficiency.
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How to cite this paper
@article{1711416,
author = {Afolabi Oluwasanmi Cosmas, Prof. Ajaka E. O., Osiyoku Dada Akanni},
title = {Assessing The Impact of Crushing Circuit Design On Energy Efficiency in Mineral Processing Plants},
journal = {Iconic Research And Engineering Journals},
year = {2025},
volume = {9},
number = {4},
pages = {1047-1050},
issn = {2456-8880},
url = {https://www.irejournals.com/formatedpaper/1711416.pdf},
abstract = {Crushing circuits are a critical component of mineral processing plants, and their design can significantly impact energy efficiency. This study investigates the relationship between crushing circuit design and energy efficiency in mineral processing plants. A comprehensive review of existing literature and case studies is conducted to identify key design parameters that influence energy efficiency. The results show that crushing circuit design can significantly impact energy efficiency, with potential savings of up to 30%. The study provides recommendations for optimizing crushing circuit design to improve energy efficiency and reduce costs.},
keywords = {Crushing, Circuit, Design, Efficiency.},
month = {October},
}