Chapter 14

Sensor-based Ore Sorting

The term “sensor-based (ore) sorting” (SBS) is introduced as an umbrella term for all applications where particles are singularly detected by a sensor technique and ejected by an amplified mechanical, hydraulic, or pneumatic process. Analogous terms include ore sorting, electronic sorting or automated sorting. A variety of sensor types are available and see use in the minerals, recycling, and food industries.

Keywords

Sorting principles; history; sensor technologies; applications; generic flowsheet

14.1 Introduction

The term “sensor-based (ore) sorting” (SBS) is introduced as an umbrella term for all applications where particles are singularly detected by a sensor technique and ejected by an amplified mechanical, ...

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