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Getting a clear pictureTechnological advances are allowing geotechnical engineers to develop a complete understanding of their tailings storage facilities at a time when it is more important than ever
Technological advances are allowing geotechnical engineers to develop a complete understanding of their tailings storage facilities at a time when it is more important than ever
December 28, 2020
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Tailings facilities are under the microscope, so technology providers are responding with solutions that support decision making from the design stage to closure. Courtesy of Seequent
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