On remote-controlled equipment such as this, a laser scanner (upper device) maps mine tunnel walls while the moving machine navigates. A video camera (lower device) feeds video to the control station.
March 30, 2018
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March 30, 2018 2:29 p.m.
Hecla: Technology should retool, not replace, miners
Despite a lengthy, contentious and expensive strike, Hecla Mining Co. officials want to make something abundantly clear: They’re embracing advances in technology not to bypass contrary employees, but to strengthen the company for the long haul.