In: Civil Engineering
A metallic ore deposit of massive shape is given. The ore is reasonably strong to support itself. The rock above the ore is weak and cavable, and it can break into medium size pieces when unsupported. The ore grade is low and the ore grade distribution is consistent. A high-scale production rate is required. What kind of underground mining methods can be applied to extract this mineral deposit? Explain, in details, the type of mining method that you found for this ore deposit, provide illustrations.