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10th International Symposium on Rock Fragmentation by Blasting
November 24 - 29, 2012New Delhi, India
www.fragblast10.org
Organised by
CSIR - Central Institute of Mining & Fuel Research(Council of Scientific & Industrial Research)
First Circular
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About Fragblast 10
The FRAGBLAST (short form of Rock The FRAGBLAST community has been
Fragmentation by Blasting) conferences associated with the International Society for
are the worldwide forum for scientific Rock Mechanics as Commission on
and technical update on all aspects of rock Fragmentation by Blasting. Currently, it is a
blasting and explosives engineering: rock section of the International Society of
fracture and fragmentation, explosives Explosives Engineers. Its main goal is to
system design, tests and procedures, promote understanding of explosive-rock
detonics, blast design, tunneling, blast interaction through exchange of research and
vibrat ions and noise , numerical field experiences in rock blasting. In the spirit
modeling, blast diagnostics, mine of being truly international meetings, the
economics, etc. Through their history, FRAGBLAST Symposia have been shared
beginning in 1983, the FRAGBLAST among countries and continents through the
conferences have served the blasting years. The first symposium was held in
community with an unparalleled Sweden in 1983 and since then it has been
combination of scientific advances and convened at intervals of 3-4 years at different
practical applications. The most well- locations around the world. These locations,
known models, diagnostic tools and selected by a standing International
procedures, and sound practices have Committee from among several competing
been presented in the FRAGBLAST submissions, are chosen on the basis of
symposia, representing a unique prominence of mining activities and R&D
opportunity for exchanging knowledge, initiatives of the host country.
ideas and experiences among the
participants. The proceedings of the The 10th International Symposium on Rock
FRAGBLAST symposia are to be found Fragmentation by Blasting “FRAGBLAST 10”
on the desks of researchers, consultants, is scheduled to be held in New Delhi during
field engineers and blasters. November 24 - 29, 2012. The Fragblast
Symposia represent the most important event
in disseminating the latest advances in the
science and technology of rock fragmentation
by blasting and other related means.
www.fragblast10.org
CSIR – Central Institute of Mining & Fuel Research, Dhanbad
The Symposium will cover the entire scope of
explosives and rock blasting technologies,
with the emphasis on interaction of rock and
explosives to yield desired fragmentation. The
main topics include but not limited to the
followings:
1. Rock Mass Characterization
2. Explosives & Initiation Systems
3. Mechanics of Rock FragmentationThe current Symposium is being 4 . Dr i l l ing and Crushing vis -a-vis organized by the Central Institute of
Fragmentation ProcessMining & Fuel Research (CIMFR), a 5. B l a s t D e s i g n & F r a g m e n t a t i o n premier organization of India providing
Assessmentbasic research, R&D backup, advisory 6. Blast Modelingservices and help in technology up-7. Specialized Blasting Techniquesgradation & adaptation to coal and 8. Rock Damage and Wall Controlmineral based industries to reach the 9. Blast Monitoring and Instrumentationtargeted production with high standards 10. Blast Vibrations, Noise, Dust, Fumes and of safety, economy and c leaner
Flyrockenvironment. CIMFR is a constituent 11. Blasting Economics & Environmentlaboratory of the Council of Scientific & 12. Blasting for Civil ConstructionsIndustrial Research (CSIR) which is an 13. Demolition Blastingautonomous body of the Government of 14. Case StudiesIndia. An ensemble of 37 state-of-the art 15. Innovative Technologiesinstitutes, CSIR today is amongst the
foremost publicly funded scientific and
industrial research organizations in the
world.
Symposium Themes
WorkshopsIt is planned to hold four workshops on key
topics of interest to practitioners. These
would be of two-day duration, and will
i m m e d i a t e l y p r e c e d e t h e m a i n
Symposium. Each workshop will be
moderated by two leading researcher/
captain from industry on each of the four
specific topics.
The topics chosen for the workshops are:
1. Explosive Performance and New
Developments
2. Blasting in Mines – New Trends
3. Fragmentation Monitoring Techniques
& Analyses
4. Tunnelling in Rocks
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?Abstract submission January 31, 2012
?Abstract acceptance notification March 01, 2012
?Full paper submission April 15, 2012
?Notification to authors of the review May 31, 2012
?Final paper submission July 15, 2012
?Authors' registration July 31, 2012
?Workshops November 24-25, 2012
?Fragblast 10 November 25-29, 2012
Important Cut-off Dates
Prof. Jose A. Sanchidrian Universidad Politécnica de Madrid, Spain
Prof. William L. Fourney University of Maryland, USA
Docent Agne Rustan (Retired from) Lulea University of Technology, Sweden
Prof. Hans Peter Rossmanith Technical University, Vienna, Austria
Prof. Sushil Bhandari Earth Resource Technology Consultants, India
Dr. Cameron McKenzie Blastechnology, Australia
Prof. Bibhu Mohanty University of Toronto, Canada
Prof. Xuguang Wang China Society of Engineering Blasting, China
Mr. Frank Chiappetta Blasting Analysis International, USA
Mr. Carlos Orlandi Enaex S. A., Chile
Prof. Finn Ouchterlony SWEBREC, Sweden
Prof. Kunihisa Katsuyama (Retired from) Ehime University, Japan
Dr. William Adamson Austin Powder International, Chile
Prof. Panagiotis D. Katsabanis Queen's University, Canada
Prof. Peter Moser University of Leoben, Austria
Dr. Ken Qian Liu Xstrata Nickel, Canada
Dr. Ewan Sellers AEL Mining Services, South Africa
Dr. A. T. Spathis Orica Mining Services, Australia
Dr. Dale S. Preece Orica USA Inc., USA
Abstracts may be prepared on the symposium themes. Abstracts should be written in English,
limited to 400 words of plain text excluding the title, without any diagrams, charts or footnotes.
The purpose of the study, principal results, and major conclusions must be highlighted in the
abstract.
All abstract submission will be through an online system. Abstracts sent via email or post will
not be accepted. The abstract submission system will close on January 31, 2012. The details of
abstract submission are available on the website www.fragblast10.org under the button
“Submit Abstract”.
Abstracts Submission
International Committee
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Registration Fee
Only Fragblast 10 Up to July 31, 2012 After July 31, 2012
Normal Registration USD 750 USD 850
ISEE Members USD 700 USD 800
Author Presenting Paper USD 650 USD 750
Accompanying Person USD 400 USD 500
Student USD 400 USD 500
Only Workshop
Normal Registration USD 400 USD 450
ISEE Members USD 350 USD 400
Student USD 200 USD 250
Workshop + Fragblast 10
Normal Registration USD 1,000 USD 1,100
ISEE Members USD 900 USD 1,000
Student USD 550 USD 600
Indian Delegates
Only Fragblast 10 Up to July 31, 2012 After July 31, 2012
Normal Registration ` 15,000 ` 17,000
ISEE Members ` 13,000 ` 15,000
Author Presenting Paper ` 12,000 ` 14,000
Accompanying Person ` 8,000 ` 9,000
Student ` 8,000 ` 9,000
Only Workshop
Normal Registration ` 10,000 ` 11,000
ISEE Members ` 9,000 ` 10,000
Student ` 6,000 ` 7,000
Workshop + Fragblast 10
Normal Registration ` 21,000 ` 23,000
ISEE Members ` 19,000 ` 21,000
Student ` 12,000 ` 14,000
An exhibition will be held at the conference venue. Details will shortly be available on the
conference website.
Exhibition
International Delegates
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Venue: Vigyan Bhawan
Welcome to New Delhi
Payments
Contacts
Vigyan Bhawan is India’s first Convention Centre and
has hosted several historical conferences and summits
attended by world leaders and dignitaries. It has been
the venue for several Heads of State Summits such as
CHOGM, NAM, SAARC and G7, and is centrally
located in one of most beautiful environs of Delhi near
the President’s Estate and India Gate.
The historic city of New Delhi represents the
quintessence of India, as its history is intimately tied to
the history of the country itself. It has been the de-facto
capital of the country at one time or another for over 1000
years. Its many-layered history is to be seen everywhere
through its numerous ancient to modern monuments
and places of historical importance. Being the capital
city of the country, it also boasts the finest in terms of
cuisine, textiles, handicrafts and other artistic objects
from every region of the country. All the major world
airlines fly to Delhi, which is also well - connected with
the rest of the country by rail and air.
Payments will be accepted through VISA and MasterCard credit cards, Demand Drafts
and Bank Wire Transfers. Details will shortly be available on the website.
For further information, please contact:
Dr. Pradeep K Singh
Org. Secretary & Convenor - Fragblast 10
Senior Principal Scientist
CSIR - Central Institute of Mining
& Fuel Research
(Council of Scientific & Industrial Research)
Barwa Road , Dhanbad 826 015 INDIA
Tel. (+91) - 326 – 2296028
Fax (+91) - 326 - 2296211
E-mail: pradeep.cimfr@yahoo.com
convenor@fragblast10.org
Dr. Amalendu Sinha
Chairman - Fragblast 10
Director,
CSIR - Central Institute of Mining
& Fuel Research
(Council of Scientific & Industrial Research)
Barwa Road , Dhanbad 826 015 INDIA
Tel. (+91) - 326 - 2296023
Fax (+91) - 326 - 2296025
E-mail: director@cimfr.nic.in
chairman@fragblast10.org
www.fragblast10.org
Hotel Accommodation
Sightseeing Programmes and Tours
Pre- and Post-Conference Tours
Various categories of rooms will be secured at a variety of hotels in New Delhi with
special pre-negotiated rates. As there is a heavy demand for hotel rooms in the city in
November, participants are advised to book their hotel accommodation at the earliest to
ensure confirmation at the preferred hotel. Details will be available on the conference
website shortly.
Local Sightseeing Programmes
To experience the colour and history of Delhi, custom-designed sightseeing tours are
planned for visiting the Qutab Minar, Humayun’s tomb (said to be the precursor to the
famed Taj Mahal), Rashtrapathi Bhawan (the residence of the President of India), Jama
Masjid (India’s largest mosque, built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jehan), the Red Fort
and Rajghat – Mahatma Gandhi’s memorial. Shopping tours will also be available at
Delhi’s premier bazaars and emporia.
A variety of tours are being offered to participants. A sample selection is listed below.
Golden Triangle
Delhi/Agra/Fatehpur Sikhri/Jaipur/Delhi. One of the most popular tour circuits in India.
Goa Getaway – 4 days/3nights
Delhi/Goa/Delhi. Goa – a land of scenic beauty with abundant sun, sand and sea.
Kerala – God’s Own Country
Delhi/Kochi/ Alleppey (Backwaters cruise)/Kochi/Delhi. A tropical paradise of
undulating palms and warm sandy beaches.
Day trip – Agra
A day trip will be arranged to visit the Taj Mahal - the inimitable poem in white marble,
built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan for his Queen Mumtaz Mahal to enshrine her
mortal remains.
Contact Information
Mr. Nitesh Doshi
KW Conferences Pvt Ltd
A 56/12, DLF Phase 1
Gurgaon 122002, Haryana, India
Phone: +91-124-4636700
Fax: +91-124-4102075
Email: nitesh@kwconferences.com
CSIR - Central Institute of Mining & Fuel Research (Council of Scientific & Industrial Research)Barwa Road, Dhanbad 826 015, INDIATel: (+91) - 326 - 2296028 / 2296211Fax: (+91) - 326 - 2296211 / 2296025E-mail: convenor@fragblast10.org; pradeep.cimfr@yahoo.com www.fragblast10.org