Electric Pulse Fragmentation Systems
High-voltage pulses disintegrating rock along grain boundaries.
Electric Pulse Fragmentation (EPF) uses short, high-voltage bursts to blast rock from the inside out. This non-mechanical comminution method breaks ore along mineral boundaries, improving liberation and reducing energy consumption in crushing and grinding circuits by up to 30%.
Technology Readiness Level
6
Demonstrated
Impact
4
High
Investment
4
High
Category
Hardware
Physical devices and infrastructure.
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