Essays about: "mining kiruna"

Showing result 21 - 25 of 41 essays containing the words mining kiruna.

  1. 21. Structural controls on the shear zone hosted, IOCG-style Kiskamavaara Cu-Co-Au mineralization

    University essay from Luleå tekniska universitet/Institutionen för samhällsbyggnad och naturresurser

    Author : Nicolai Metzger; [2019]
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    Abstract : Sweden is the largest producer of iron ore in the European Union, as well as amongst the top producers for base and precious metals. Much of its mineral wealth derives from northern Norrbotten, type locality of the Kiruna-type-magnetite-apatite ores. READ MORE

  3. 22. Processing of Noisy Controlled Source Audio Magnetotelluric (CSAMT) Data

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Geofysik

    Author : Julia Fridlund; [2019]
    Keywords : CSAMT; noise; magnetotelluric transfer functions; robust processing; transients; bias; CSAMT; brus; magnetotelluriska överföringsfunktioner; robust processering; transienter; bias;

    Abstract : Controlled Source Audio Magnetotellurics (CSAMT) is a geophysical method for characterizing the resistivity of the subsurface with the help of electromagnetic waves. The method is used for various purposes, such as geothermal- and hydrocarbon exploration, mineral prospecting and for investigation of groundwater resources. READ MORE

  4. 23. Survey of sulphates in process water of LKAB - Kiruna operation

    University essay from Luleå tekniska universitet/Industriell miljö- och processteknik; Luleå tekniska universitet/Mineralteknik och metallurgi

    Author : Ebba Videll; [2019]
    Keywords : Sulphate; iron ore mine; process water; anhydrite; laboratory grinding; equilibrium calculations; mass balance;

    Abstract : Sulphate-rich wastewater is an increasing concern for industries as LKAB. The water chemistry of the LKAB Kiruna water system is characterized by high alkalinity, high pH (pH 7.5-9.0) and high concentrations of chemical species and soluble minerals. READ MORE

  5. 24. Urban planning from scratch : collaboration and participation of stakeholders in the urban transformation of Kiruna

    University essay from Örebro universitet/Institutionen för humaniora, utbildnings- och samhällsvetenskap

    Author : Frehiwot Gebremedhin; [2018]
    Keywords : Sustainable development; public planning; citizen participation; urban transformation; planning theories; relocation;

    Abstract : The forced movement of people from one place to another due to mining is not a new phenomenon. As the mining becomes more intensive, external consequences arise that forces the displacement of people. In this paper, I will investigate the unique case of Kiruna, Sweden where not only the people but also the whole town is being relocated. READ MORE

  6. 25. Mining the City : Urban Transformation and the Loss of City Space in Kiruna, Sweden

    University essay from Stockholms universitet/Socialantropologiska institutionen

    Author : Richard Karlsson; [2018]
    Keywords : Urban anthropology; mining; space; place; urban planning; affect;

    Abstract : This thesis examines the urban transformation and deformation caused by the expansion of the local Kiirunavaara mine in Kiruna, Sweden. In 2004, the local mining company, LKAB, announced that rapid ground deformations had been discovered in central Kiruna and that buildings and residents would have to be relocated in order for production to continue. READ MORE