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CSIRO, the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation, is Australia's national science agency and one of the largest and most diverse research agencies in the world.

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Mining

Helping to transform the Australian mining industry by developing and applying the next generation of safe, geologically intelligent mining and drilling systems.

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Bringing together researchers from the university sector and CSIRO to explore large and complex future sustainability issues in the minerals industry across

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A new method to mine gold without the expense of digging and crushing ore is being developed by CSIRO for use in areas not suited to conventional mining.

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A teleoperated shiploader designed to remotely control the loading iron ore is being trialled by Rio Tinto at a port in the Pilbara.

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An advanced, very strong and highly wear-resistant, super-material cutting head system.

CSIRO's research is focused on the following:

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Transforming the future mine

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Transforming the future mine

- Developing safe, geologically intelligent, automated mining and drilling systems Learn more>

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Mining systems research

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Mining systems research

- CSIRO is studying mining systems to deliver savings, expand minable reserves, and improve mine safety. We provide advanced mining science and planning methods to deliver low cost, high-tonnage and high-recovery mining systems. Learn more>

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Researching metal mining solutions

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Researching metal mining solutions

- CSIRO is addressing the need for new systems and equipment for mining metals. Learn more>

CSIRO is studying mining systems to deliver savings, expand minable reserves and improve mine safety.

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Mr Bob Chamberlain

Communication Manager

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Phone: 61 7 3327 4469

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Email: Bob.Chamberlain@csiro.au

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CSIRO aims to establish and build relationships with members of the community. We welcome people of all ages to come and explore our facilities, holiday programs and public events.

Contact

Phone:

1300 363 400

Email:

enquiries@csiro.au

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About CSIRO

CSIRO, the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation, is Australia's national science agency and one of the largest and most diverse research agencies in the world.