Blasting in mining and tunnelling involves the use of explosives to break rock and excavate materials. In mining, blasting is primarily used to fragment rock to extract valuable minerals, often requiring precise control to maximise ore recovery while minimising dilution and damage to the surrounding rock. In tunnelling, the primary objective of blasting is to create underground passages and spaces, necessitating careful design to ensure stability and safety of the tunnel structure. While both ap

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