This report identifys and recommends a standard method for measuring the in situ undrained shear strength (or appropriate equivalent measurement methods) for all tailings deposit types that are technically and statistically appropriate for AER reporting.
A comprehensive and general review of oil sands mine cycle. This report describes the different ways in which various oil sands tailings deposit types are produced, their important performance factors and how the deposit performance can be assessed through the period of their placement to their readiness for reclamation.