With the rapid development of technology and networks, the application of Internet of Things technology has become more and more widespread. In addition to playing an important role in the Internet of Vehicles, smart wearables, smart transportation and other industries, it also plays an important role in the mining industry. According to statistics, mining productivity has dropped by 28% over the past decade, while costs have continued to increase, posing huge challenges to the mining industry. However, the addition of IoT offers the mining industry an opportunity to maximize profitability, and it is already having positive effects in many scenarios.
By installing IoT sensors and IoT communication modules on delivery trucks, data related to delivery trucks can be collected in real time. A large amount of data can form a mobile view, showing how much ore the truck is carrying and whether it is full. If the truck does not Operating at maximum capacity, operators can contact drivers, which improves yields and therefore revenue. The personal safety of employees can also be ensured by installing IoT communication modules in employees’ helmets to monitor their locations in real time.
The application of IoT technology is becoming more widespread, and it is more economical and convenient to use on a large scale. It can provide mining operators with a deeper understanding of the resource base, reducing uncertainty through multiple sets of exploration data and modeling to aid further drilling targets. IoT-enabled machines can help optimize material and equipment processes, thereby increasing efficiency and output, and help predict equipment failures.
Improved automation of industrial equipment and vehicles not only reduces operating costs, but also avoids certain dangerous situations.
With the rapid development of the industrial Internet of Things, the productivity of mining farms will become increasingly higher. While the mining industry has long been subject to boom and bust cycles, IoT is set to create a safer and more efficient path for the mining industry.