Newmont has been granted a patent for an assembly designed to trigger explosives in a hole. The assembly includes an explosion trigger, a detonation unit body positioned near the hole’s open end, and a trigger cord connecting the two components to facilitate detonation. GlobalData’s report on Newmont gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
According to GlobalData’s company profile on Newmont, Extraction by leaching was a key innovation area identified from patents. Newmont's grant share as of July 2024 was 65%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
Explosive triggering assembly for blasting in holes
The patent US12066278B2 describes an innovative assembly designed for triggering explosives within a borehole to facilitate controlled blasting operations. The assembly comprises a detonation unit body positioned at or near the hole's open end, an explosion trigger, and a trigger cord connecting the two components. The detonation unit body features a compartment that houses the explosion trigger, ensuring its protection and support during the initial setup. Additionally, the design includes a sleeve that extends into the hole, a retaining mechanism to secure the unit in place, and a connection unit for linking the trigger cord to an external detonation system. The assembly is engineered to allow for the explosion trigger to be moved into a detonation position within the hole, thereby enabling efficient loading and activation of explosives.
Further details of the assembly highlight the inclusion of a spiral-shaped channel within the sleeve, which organizes the trigger cord in a compact arrangement. The design also accommodates separate components for the booster and detonator, maintaining an axial gap between them in the initial position. A unique feature of the detonation unit body is a formation at the sleeve's forward end that prevents the explosion trigger from moving forward until a specified force is applied, ensuring safety during handling. The assembly's retaining means may include a biasing member that engages the hole's side wall, enhancing stability. Overall, the patent outlines a comprehensive method for loading explosives and triggers into mining holes, emphasizing safety and operational efficiency in explosive detonation processes.
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