Publication: Solidification/stabilization of mine tailing using biopolymer
| datacite.subject.fos | oecd::Engineering and technology::Materials engineering::Materials engineering | |
| dc.contributor.author | Mustaqim Haikal Bin Mustafa | |
| dc.date.accessioned | 2025-05-27T06:51:54Z | |
| dc.date.available | 2025-05-27T06:51:54Z | |
| dc.date.issued | 2024-08-01 | |
| dc.description.abstract | This study dives into the essential topic of stabilising and hardening mine tailings with biopolymers to reduce environmental damage and improve sustainability. The study will look into the effectiveness of biopolymers, specifically chitosan, in increasing the stability and hydraulic properties of mine tailings. Various analytical techniques, including XRD, XRF, and SEM, will be used to investigate the physiochemical parameters of the treated tailings. Mechanical tests, such as unconfined compressive strength and direct shear box testing, will be performed to evaluate the improvements in mechanical properties. The research aims to make the stabilisation process more cost-effective and environmentally friendly. This study aims to contribute to the development of efficient and long-term mine tailings management techniques by investigating novel methods and procedures customised to the soil type. Several laboratory tests were done to study the interaction between chitosan and mine tailings, with the goal of optimising chitosan's application for cost-effective and long-term stabilisation solutions. However, higher chitosan concentrations may reduce soil shear strength, emphasising the need of optimising chitosan content and mixing procedures. The study concludes that, while chitosan can stabilise mining tailings, cautious concentration and mixing techniques are required to minimise unwanted consequences. More research is needed to improve chitosan application procedures and assess longterm stability under a variety of environmental conditions. | |
| dc.identifier.uri | https://erepo.usm.my/handle/123456789/21913 | |
| dc.language.iso | en | |
| dc.title | Solidification/stabilization of mine tailing using biopolymer | |
| dc.type | Resource Types::text::report::research report | |
| dspace.entity.type | Publication | |
| oairecerif.author.affiliation | Universiti Sains Malaysia |