
Overview
Background
Dr Micah Nehrings’ research interests are in: Mine Planning, Production Scheduling Optimisation, Optimal Ultimate Pit Limit (UPL) determination, planning for In-Pit-Crusher-Conveyor (IPCC) systems.
Micah is a Lecturer within the Division of Mining Engineering of the School of Mechanical and Mining Engineering. He leads the High Performance Surface Mining Research Group which is heavily focused on delivering high quality research outcomes in the planning and installation of In-Pit-Crusher-Conveyor (IPCC) systems.
Micah joined the School in 2011, after completing his PhD at The University of Queensland. Micah has since undertaken an early career academic program which has resulted in collaborations with European universities in Sweden, Germany and Kazakhstan. Micah has also developed an industry network that works with him in the implementation of some of his groups research outcomes.
Micah research outputs have been published in numerous high ranking journals including Minerals Engineering, Journal of the South African Institute of Mining and Metallurgy, Mining Technology and the International Journal of Mining, Reclamation and Environment.
Availability
- Dr Micah Nehring is:
- Available for supervision
Fields of research
Qualifications
- Doctor of Philosophy, The University of Queensland
Research interests
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Research Interests
Mine Planning Production Scheduling Optimisation Mathematical Programming In-Pit-Crusher-Conveyor (IPCC) Systems
Works
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2015
Journal Article
Development of Dozer Push Optimisation Software for Commodore Coal Mine
Uren, Z. and Nehring, M. (2015). Development of Dozer Push Optimisation Software for Commodore Coal Mine. Journal of Research Projects Review, 4 (1), 59-65.
2015
Conference Publication
First-year student engineers experience authentic practice with industry engagement
Aminossadati, Saiied M., Nehring, Micah, Hay, Edward, Kizil, Mehmet, Seib, Warren and Kavanagh, Lydia (2015). First-year student engineers experience authentic practice with industry engagement. Annual Conference of the Australasian Association for Engineering Education, Geelong, VIC, Australia, 6-9 December 2015. Victoria, Australia: School of Engineering Deakin University.
2015
Conference Publication
A new branching scheme for the open pit mine production scheduling problem
Samavati, Mehran, Essam, Daryl, Nehring, Micah and Sarker, Ruhul (2015). A new branching scheme for the open pit mine production scheduling problem. CIE 45: 2015 International Conference on Computers and Industrial Engineering, Lorraine, France, 28 -30 October 2015. Lorraine, France: Universite de Lorraine.
2015
Conference Publication
Selection and planning of fully mobile in-pit crusher and conveyor systems for deep open pit metalliferous applications
Dean, M., Knights, P., Kizil, M. S. and Nehring, M. (2015). Selection and planning of fully mobile in-pit crusher and conveyor systems for deep open pit metalliferous applications. AusIMM 2015 3rd International Future Mining Conference, Sydney, NSW, Australia, 4-6 Nov 2015. VIC, Australia: AusIMM.
2014
Journal Article
A critique of selective mining unit sizing at Century Mine to optimise productivity with dilution
Smith, C. B., Nehring, M. and Bosompem, M. K. (2014). A critique of selective mining unit sizing at Century Mine to optimise productivity with dilution. Journal of Research Projects Review, 3 (1), 63-68.
2014
Conference Publication
Schemes of exploitation in open pit mining
Arteaga, Felipe, Nehring, Micah, Knights, Peter and Camus, Juan (2014). Schemes of exploitation in open pit mining. 22nd MPES Conference, Dresden, Germany, 14–19 October 2013. Cham, Switzerland: Springer International Publishing. doi: 10.1007/978-3-319-02678-7_126
2013
Journal Article
Exploiting the metallurgical throughput-recovery relationship to optimise resource value as part of the production scheduling process
Yap, A., Saconi, F., Nehring, M., Arteaga, F., Pinto, P., Asad, M. W. A., Ozhigin, S., Ozhigina, S., Mozer, D., Nagibin, A., Pul, E., Shvedov, D., Ozhigin, D., Gorokhov, D. and Karatayeva, V. (2013). Exploiting the metallurgical throughput-recovery relationship to optimise resource value as part of the production scheduling process. Minerals Engineering, 53, 74-83. doi: 10.1016/j.mineng.2013.06.005
2013
Journal Article
Operating value optimization using simulation and mixed integer programming
Salama, Abubakary, Nehring, Micah and Greberg, Jenny (2013). Operating value optimization using simulation and mixed integer programming. International Journal of Mining, Reclamation and Environment, 28 (1), 25-46. doi: 10.1080/17480930.2013.768019
2012
Journal Article
Integrated short- and medium-term underground mine production scheduling
Nehring, M., Topal, E., Kizil, Mehmet S. and Knights, P. (2012). Integrated short- and medium-term underground mine production scheduling. Journal of The South African Institute of Mining and Metallurgy, 112 (5), 365-378.
2011
Other Outputs
Integrated Production Schedule Optimisation for Sublevel Stoping Mines
Nehring, Micah (2011). Integrated Production Schedule Optimisation for Sublevel Stoping Mines. PhD Thesis, School of Mechanical and Mining Engineering, The University of Queensland.
2010
Journal Article
A new mathematical programming model for production schedule optimization in underground mining operations
Nehring, M., Topal, E. and Little, J. (2010). A new mathematical programming model for production schedule optimization in underground mining operations. Journal of the South African Institute of Mining and Metallurgy, 110 (8), 437-446.
2010
Conference Publication
An investigation to integrate optimum long-term planning with short planning in underground mine production scheduling
Nehring, M., Topal, E., Kizil, M. and Knights, P. (2010). An investigation to integrate optimum long-term planning with short planning in underground mine production scheduling. MPES2010: Mine Planning and Equipment Selection, Freemantle, Western Australia, 1-3 December, 2010. London , United Kingdom: IOM3.
2010
Journal Article
Dynamic Short term production scheduling and machine allocation in underground mining using mathematical programming
Nehring, M., Topal, E. and Knights, P. (2010). Dynamic Short term production scheduling and machine allocation in underground mining using mathematical programming. Transactions of the Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining, Section A: Mining Technology, 119 (4), 212-220. doi: 10.1179/1743286310Y.0000000001
2009
Conference Publication
Estimating average total cost of open pit coal mines in Australia
Shafiee, S., Nehring, M. and Topal, E. (2009). Estimating average total cost of open pit coal mines in Australia. 2009 Australian Mining Technology Conference, Brisbane QLD, 27 - 28 October 2009. Carlton, Victoria: The Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy.
2009
Conference Publication
A New Short-Term Production Scheduling and Machine Allocation Model Using Mixed Interger Programming for Application in Sublevel Stope Mining Operations
Micah Nehring and Topal, E. (2009). A New Short-Term Production Scheduling and Machine Allocation Model Using Mixed Interger Programming for Application in Sublevel Stope Mining Operations. 2009 Australian Mining Technology Conference, Brisbane, Australia, 27-28 October 2009. Kenmore East, QLD, Australia: CRCMining.
2009
Conference Publication
Adjusted real option valuation to maximise mining project value – A case study using century mine
Shafiee, S., Topal, E. and Nehring, M. (2009). Adjusted real option valuation to maximise mining project value – A case study using century mine. Project Evaluation Conference 2009, Melbourne, Australia, 21-22 April 2009. Carlton South, Vic.: Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy.
2008
Conference Publication
A new mixed-integer programming model for mine production scheduling optimisation in sublevel stope mining
Little, J., Nehring, M. and Topal, E. (2008). A new mixed-integer programming model for mine production scheduling optimisation in sublevel stope mining. 2008 Australian Mining Techology Conference, Twin Waters, Sunshine Coast, QLD, 16-18 September, 2008. Victoria, Australia: The Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy.
2007
Conference Publication
Mixed integer programming model for mine production scheduling of sublevel stoping operation
Nehring, M. and Topal, E. (2007). Mixed integer programming model for mine production scheduling of sublevel stoping operation. 2007 Australian Mining Technology Conference, The Vines, WA Australia, 2-4 October 2007. Melbourne, VIC Australia: Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy.
2007
Conference Publication
Production schedule optimisation in underground hard rock mining using mixed integer programming
Nehring, M. and Topal, E. (2007). Production schedule optimisation in underground hard rock mining using mixed integer programming. Project Evaluation Conference 2007, Melbourne, Victoria, 19-20 June 2007. Melbourne, Victoria: The Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy.
2006
Other Outputs
Stope sequencing and optimisation in underground hardrock mining
Nehring, Micah (2006). Stope sequencing and optimisation in underground hardrock mining. B.Sc Thesis, School of Engineering, The University of Queensland. doi: 10.14264/338655
Funding
Past funding
Supervision
Availability
- Dr Micah Nehring is:
- Available for supervision
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Supervision history
Current supervision
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Doctor Philosophy
A Strategic Mine Planning Framework for An Optimised Hybrid In-Stope Leaching System
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Italo Onederra, Associate Professor Mehmet Kizil
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Doctor Philosophy
A Novel Hydro-Economic Modelling for Sustainable Mine Water Management
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Peter Knights, Dr Claire Cote
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Doctor Philosophy
Forecasting the Market Capitalisation of ASX Listed Junior Resource Companies through an Artificial Neural Network
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Mehmet Kizil, Professor Fred Roosta
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Doctor Philosophy
Production Scheduling Optimisation in Underground Mining Operations Using a Multi-objective Evolutionary Algorithm
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Mehmet Kizil, Professor Peter Knights
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Master Philosophy
Characterisation, prediction, and mitigation strategies for Inrush at Cadia East Underground Block Cave Mine
Principal Advisor
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Doctor Philosophy
A New Mathematical Optimisation Model for Fully Mobile In-pit Crushing and Conveying (FMIPCC) Systems
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Michael Forbes, Associate Professor Mehmet Kizil, Professor Peter Knights
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Doctor Philosophy
Intelligent Systems for Evaluating the Energy Efficiency of IPCC Systems in Open Pit Mines
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Mehmet Kizil, Professor Peter Knights
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Doctor Philosophy
A study of finance structure and financial performance of gold mining projects
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Peter Knights
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Doctor Philosophy
Analysis of the effect of information flow and the application of theory of constraints to the mining value chain.
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Mehmet Kizil, Professor Peter Knights
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Master Philosophy
Understanding the mechanism of instability in underground longwall mines using microseismic monitoring
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Zhongwei Chen
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Doctor Philosophy
Development of a smart spreader system
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Tyson Phillips, Professor Ross McAree, Professor Peter Knights
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Doctor Philosophy
Development of a smart spreader system
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Tyson Phillips, Professor Ross McAree, Professor Peter Knights
Completed supervision
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2024
Doctor Philosophy
A Novel Strategic Planning and Sequencing Optimisation Model for Fully Mobile In-pit Crushing and Conveying (FMIPCC) Systems
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Michael Forbes, Associate Professor Mehmet Kizil, Professor Peter Knights
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2022
Doctor Philosophy
Production Scheduling Optimisation in Sublevel Stoping Mines Using Mathematical Programming in the Presence of Pre-Concentration Systems
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Mehmet Kizil, Professor Peter Knights
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2019
Doctor Philosophy
Ultimate Pit Limit Determination for Fully Mobile In-Pit Crushing and Conveying Systems
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Mehmet Kizil, Professor Peter Knights
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2018
Doctor Philosophy
Development of a Strategic Mine Planning Method for Optimising a Grade Engineered Operation
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Peter Knights
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2014
Master Philosophy
The Mining Rate in Open Pit Mine Planning
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Peter Knights
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2021
Master Philosophy
Analysis of bench excavation strategies and use case scenarios for shovel/hopper interaction in autonomous fully mobile in-pit crushing conveying systems
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Mehmet Kizil, Dr Tyson Phillips, Professor Peter Knights
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2020
Doctor Philosophy
Time Utilisation Modelling of Fully Mobile In-Pit Crushing and Conveying Systems
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Saiied Aminossadati, Associate Professor Mehmet Kizil, Professor Peter Knights
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2019
Doctor Philosophy
Technical and Economic Potential of Energy Recovery and Re-use on board Surface Mining Haul Trucks
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Peter Knights
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