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Flotation circuits are widely used in comminution and mineral processing technology for ore beneficiation, especially for copper and gold ores. Flotation circuits are usually operationally modular, which consists of flotation cell, conditioning tanks, pulp pump, and process control systems. In flotation circuits, the ore is processed from feed to tailings in the flotation cells. The properties of the ore influence the performance of the circuit significantly. The flotation circuit simulation helps to effectively design, run and analyze the desired flotation process.
Flotation circuit simulation improves process efficiency, leading to improved product quality. The overall objective of flotation circuit simulation is to provide information about the process of flotation in order to make better decisions. This includes collecting data about the physical and chemical properties of the ore, chemicals and other variables which may affect the flotation process. It is expected that the simulation will not only lead to improved recovery, but also to reduced reagent and energy costs. The simulation uses data derived from laboratory experiments and a range of mathematical models to create a realistic representation of the flotation process.
The simulation is based on a number of mathematical models which are integrated with a visual interface. These mathematical models include Discrete Element Modeling (DEM), Comminution Modeling, Froth Flotation Modeling, and Coarse Particle Modeling. The DEM provides information about the physical and chemical properties of the ore, while Comminution Modeling provides information about grinding and the particle size distribution of the feed. Froth Flotation Modeling simulates the flotation process and provides a detailed description of the physical forces at play during flotation. Finally, Coarse Particle Modeling simulates the transport and separation of particles of different sizes.
The mathematical models used in the simulation are developed from a range of experiments which simulate the expected behavior of the real-life process. This includes the effects of flotation collectors, bubble size, bubble surface tension, and the behavior of particles at the boundaries between the bubbles. These experiments provide numerical values for the relevant parameters which are used in the simulation. The simulations are then tested and verified with limited field data and the results are used to refine the mathematical models used in the simulation.
The simulation of flotation circuits is an important step in the improved design and operation of mineral processing plants. The combination of laboratory experiments, numerical models, and visual interface have helped to provide a detailed representation of the flotation process. This has allowed better decision making, resulting in improved process efficiency, better recovery, and reduced energy costs. Flotation circuit simulation has become an increasingly common practice in the minerals industry, and has helped to propel the industry forward.
