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GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF MINES

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Government of India

Ministry of Mines

Room No. 522, Block No. 11, CGO Complex, Lodhi Road.

No.14/65/2014 – Metal IV New Delhi, the 25.9.2014

To

1. Dr. Amalendu Sinha, Director, Central institute of Mining & Fuel Research, Dhanbad, Jharkhand.

2. Dr. Pradip, Group Head, Tata Research Development & Design Centre, 54B Hadapsar Industrial Estate, Pune – 411 013.

3. Prof. D. Acharya, Director, IIT, Kharagpur.

4.

Prof. D.C.Panigrahi, Director, Indian School of Mines University,

Barwa Road,Dhanbad-826004

5. Dr. K. Balasubrahmanian, Director, Non-Ferrous Material & Technology Development Centre, Kanchan Bagh,

Hyderabad.

6.

Prof. B.K.Mishra, Director, Institute of Minerals & Materials Technology, Bhubaneswar.

Subject: Minutes of the Preliminary Meeting of Project Evaluation and

Review Committee (PERC) meeting of Standing Scientific Advisory Group [SSAG].

********** Sir,

I am directed to forward a copy of the Minutes of the Preliminary Meeting of the Project Evaluation & Review Committee Standing (PERC) of Standing Scientific Advisory Group (SSAG) held on 26.8.2014 under the Chairmanship of Shri Naresh Kumar, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Mines for information and necessary action.

Yours faithfully,

s/d

(Abha Mishra) Under Secretary to the Govt. of India

Ph. No. 011-24369480 Email:[email protected]

Minutes of the Preliminary Meeting of Project Evaluation and

Review Committee (PERC) of Standing Scientific Advisory Group

held on 26.8.2014 under the chairmanship of Shri. Naresh

Kumar, Joint Secretary, Ministry Of Mines

Chairman welcomed the members of the Committee and appraised

all that in view of large number of application received for F.Y. 2014-

15, it was decided that the proposals be scrutinized first and shortlist

only those projects which have use for mineral sector. Therefore

requested PERC members to scrutinize the proposals and

recommend calling PIs of only those projects which has some

substance and relevance as per the thrust areas identified by PERC

earlier.

Agenda item No.1.

Initial Scrutiny of 60 projects proposal with regards to

objectives/aim and thrust areas as per guidelines under S&T

Plan Scheme of Ministry of Mines with respect to ToR of PERC.

PERC scrutinized the 60 applications and recommended 16

proposals for consideration in F.Y 2014-15 based on the novelty and

utility of the project, the process involved in the project and its

relevance to the industry.

The remarks of the PERC against each project are given in the

Annexure 1. The PERC recommended that the PIs of these 16

projects may be called for presentation before PERC to make

recommendation to SSAG about these projects. PERC recommended

that projects (i) Novel Synthetics’ by NFTDC and (ii) Exploration by

Directorate of Geology and Mining by Govt. of Nagaland may be

recommended to resubmit these projects as per suggestions of PERC

for F.Y 2015-16.

PERC noticed that there is no uniformity in the budget requirement

given by different PIs regarding consumables or institutional charges

etc..Therefore, PERC recommended a new expenditure Performa to

be filled in by these institutes while coming for presentation before

PERC to have uniformity and clarity on these issues.

The meeting ended with vote of thanks to the chair.

List of new projects (13 PERC 26 August 2014)

Sl.No.

Project Title Institution Principal Investigator & Qualification.

Objectives of the project Project Cost & Duration

Remarks of the PERC

1. Development of Electronic Materials for Nonlinear Devices from Indian Red Mud.

Institute of Technical Education & Research, Siksha „O‟ Anusandhan University, Bhubaneswar Odisha

Dr. Ram Naresh Prasad Choudhary, Ph.D.

(a) Design and Development of some electronic materials (multiferroics) using industrial waste material (red mud) and high purity oxides including bismuth oxide. (b)Synthesis of new materials of different compositions in different forms (ceramics and ceramic-polymer sheet) using (i) red mud and oxides of different types and (ii) red mud+ oxides (modifier)+polymers nono-composite sheets etc.

Rs. 53.36 lakh & 3 Years

Purity requirement of Electronic Materials is stringent. First step should be to develop flow sheets of extraction of oxides to satisfy this requirement. Preliminary lab work has to be done to check if it is feasible to get required purity. Scalability is important for techno-economic feasibility NOT RECOMMENDED

2. Metallotectonic Evolution of North Singhbhum Mobile belt and its implications on the exploration prospects of gold mineralization within Chandil formation, Eastern Indian Craton.

Indian School of Mines, Dhanbad, Jharkhand

Dr. Sahendra Singh, Ph.D.

A. Geological field work in the area to decipher the lithology, structure and tectonic features of the study area to supplement the existing geological map and understand the control of the gold mineralization. B.Mineralogical and textural characterization and evaluation of paragenesis with the help of detailed petrological studies.


Extensive work has already been carried out as the area of the proposed project. The proposal is more of a scientific research ad not much immediate practical utility NOT RECOMMENDED

C. High resolution analysis of major and trace elements as well as REE of the host rocks in selected ore bearing zones to understand the associated mineralotgical, geochemical changes, magmatic affinity and the tectonic set up of the host rocks and their possible implication in the exploration of gold prospects in the area etc.

3. Developing a framework for regional sustainability in iron ore mining

The Energy and Resources Institute, (TERI) Lodhi Road, New Delhi.

Dr. Suneel Pandey, Ph.D.

The study aims to develop a framework to assess the regional carrying capacity of an iron ore mining region (including post mining activities) to establish the sustainability parameters for mining in the country. The framework will include: a) Identifying parameters for assessing regional carrying capacity of a mining region. b) Developing indicators for measuring the parameters and identifying the data required for measuring the indicators. c) Validating the indicators developed by testing them in an predominately iron ore mining region (Bellary district) etc.


This work is more of consultancy type and the project cost is high. NOT RECOMMENDED

4. Developing molten salt fusion for converting commercial ceria into cerium sulfate, and using it for co-precipitation with Gd and Sm, to yield high purity and nano-crystalline SOFC electrolyte powder

Non-Ferrous Material Technology Development Centre (NFTDC), Hyderabad.

Dr. Venkatesan Venkata Krishnan, Ph.D.

i) Application of molten salt fusion method to dissolve the impure, commercial grade ceria in melt and subsequent production of cerium sulphate, a starting precursor for all cerium based compounds, exploration of melting using induction/microwave heating. ii) Purification of ceric sulfates through multiple re-crystallization. iii) Synthesis of gadolinia/samaria doped ceria, with sinter-active properties, through carbonate precipitation route etc.


This project deals with process development for obtaining higher purity RE oxides (99.9%+) starting from IREL source (95-98%) for Energy Device Applications. Project relevant & timely in view of IREL RE oxide plant coming on stream. Scaling up to Pilot Plant part of the deliverable; Falls into thrust area of RE and High purity Materials (RFD) with import substitution potential RECOMMENDED for Detailed presentation

5. Magnetic Characterization of the Iron Ores in India

University of Pune, Department of Geology, Ganeshkhind, Pune-411007.

Dr. Satish Jagdeo Sangode, Ph.D.

1. Magnetic Characterization of the iron ores in India using established concepts and methods in Rock Magnetism, Palaeomagnetism and Anisotropy of Magnetic Susceptibility to device the systematic for rapid characterization of the iron ores. 2. Examination of the produced magnetic data from different geological domains of the iron ore


Similar work is already done and well established in this field. NOT RECOMMENDED

deposits of India to device the parameters for stratigraphic correlation, and attempt other geological aspects like paleogeography, genesis and depositional environments.

6. Integrated approach for development of process models and pilot production of aluminium alloy extrudates using porthole dies

Jawaharlal Nehru Aluminium Research Development & Design Centre (JNARDDC), Amravali Road, Wadi, Nagpur.

Mr. V.N.S.U. Viswanath Ammu, M.E.

1. Flow stress data generation for various grades of aluminium alloys at different strain rates and in temperature range of 350 degree C to 50 degree C. 2. Development of process models for 3xxx and 6xxx series aluminium alloy extrudates based on flow stress data, numerical simulation and extensive press trials. 3. Pilot scale production of extruded components.


JNARDDC was asked to identify one or two Al downstream activities with significant industry impact. This project proposal aims to fill the critical gap process equipments to obtain Process - Product integration & Optimization in Al - Extrusion Sector. Pilot Plant Level to be achieved as deliverable to render self sustainability RECOMMENDED for detailed presentation

7. Development of process for extraction of value added product from waste aluminium dross to achieve zero waste

Jawaharlal Nehru Aluminium Research Development & Design Centre (JNARDDC), Amravati Road, Nagpur.

Dr. Upendra Singh, Ph.D.

Development of process for conversion of waste residual dross into value added product such high purity alumina achieve zero waste.

Rs. 25 lakh & 2 Years

Dross reduction in Al Smelter has been the thrust for industries which is being achieved. Limited dross that is available is already taken by secondary sector for further processing. Proposed work can be done with existing Lab facilities in

JNARDDC. NOT RECOMMENDED

8. Developing downstream applications of strip cast aluminium alloys

Visvervaraya National Institute of Technology (VNIT), Nagpur-440010 and JNARDDC, Nagpur (Jointly)

Dr. Rajesh K. Khatirkar, Ph.D. (VNIT). Mr. R.N.Chouhan, M.Tech (JNARDDC)

Objective of the proposed work is to be develop downstream applications of strip cast A1 alloys. This will be done by optimizing the cold reduction and annealing temperature to achieve texture suitable for increasing the formability.


There are numerous studies reported in Scientific Literature and data is already available. These small studies can be done within existing facilities for Students' MTech Thesis. NOT RECOMMENDED

9. Development of integrated simulator for bayer process incorporating material/energy balance and process/ capital cost estimation

Jawaharlal Nehru Aluminium Research Development & Design Centre (JNARDDC), Amravati Road, Wadi, Nagpur-440 023

Mr. Rajendra Sharma, M.Tech

1. Primary objective is to develop a simulator for simulating existing alumina plant and estimation the capital and operating cost of the process for any possible modification in an existing process (Brownfield expansion) 2. Secondary objective is to predict the capital and operating cost for a new plant (green field etc.

Rs. 34 lakh Proposed work is modeling and simulation based. Extensive data is already available with JNARDDC for data feed. This Work can be done within the existing facilities of JNARDDC. NOT RECOMMENDED

10. Preparation and certification of a set of coal reference materials

JNARDDC Amravati Road, Wadi, Nagpur.

Shri Raj Shekhar Mishra,M.Tech.

To develop, set of certified reference materials of coal for proximate analysis and ultimate analysis.

Rs. 1,22,97,200/- & 3 Years

Project not relevant and does not fall in the thrust areas in the call for proposals. NOT RECOMMENDED

11. Eucalyptus leaves relevance in exploration of Non-Ferrous

Centre for ocean research, Sathyabama University,

Dr. V.Ganesh Kumar, Ph.D.

1. Evaluation of soil quality to examine the maximum possible depth of the root for the adsorption studies.

Rs. 29.56 lakh

Not directly relevant to the thrust areas in the call for proposals..

deposits Jeppiaar Nagar,Rajive Gandhi Salai, Chennai.

2. Identification of eucalyptus tree in 100 different locations in Tamilnadu and forest borders of Andhra Pradesh for collecting leaves and twig. 3. Characterization and availability of non-ferrous metals from the samples collected using EDAX and inductively coupled plasma atomic emission spectroscopy (ICP AES) etc.

Very sketchy proposal and lacks scientific thrust and application. NOT RECOMMENDED

12. Studies on leaching of the precious metals using isolated micro organisms from soil of Rajasthan

Amity University, Amity House, 14 Gopalban, Jaipur, Rajasthan

Prof. (Dr.) A.N.Pathak, Ph.D.

Rs. 32.59 lakh

Bio leaching of minerals is an established procedure. Project proposal is very sketchy and it envisages that soils bearing PG metals is around readily. Preliminary work should be done to establish the hypothesis. NOT RECOMMENDED

13. Phyto remediation of copper mine, tailings at khetri copper complex, Khetri Nagar, Rajasthan

Amity University, 14-Gopal Bari, Ajmer Road, Jaipur, Rajasthan

Dr. Manishita Das Mukherji, Ph.D.

1. To evaluate the different form of toxic metals present in Cu tailings and their bioavailability. 2. To identify plant species grown naturally on abandoned Cu-tailings and to determine the ability of these species to accumulate and tolerate Cu in their tissue. 3. To examine the extent of metal translocation from underground tissue to above ground tissue in different plants for different metals. 4. To select plants with best translocation factor and use them to phyto-remediate copper.

Rs. 63.46 lakh & 3 years

Preliminary studies required to establish the hypothesis as well as feasibility; Earlier funded projects on similar lines have not yielded useful results NOT RECOMMENDED

14. Improvement in Paste Fill Material and its transportation for underground void filling by experimental and numerical study

Indian School of Mines, Dhanbad-826004, Jharkhand.

Dr. Bhanwar Singh Choudhary, Ph.D.

1. To develop a laboratory set up to prepare and study the flow characteristics of paste fill material. 2. Preparation of paste fill material using mill tailing/waste rock and varying cement, super plasticizer percentages as per the strength and flow ability required considering the economics. 3. A study on transportation of paste fills materials at different gradients in laboratory etc.


Utilization of mine waste and slurry preparation with cement and plasticizer is now becoming standard technique in mine back filling. Translational R & D is more relevant in this field rather than basic research. NOT RECOMMENDED

15. An investigation into the influence of corrosion on behaviour of grouted rock bolts and its modelling


Dr. Arvind Kumar Mishra, Ph.D.

1. To study the influence of corrosion of rock bolt on bolt performance. 2. To investigate the shear behaviour of bolts. 3. To study the effect of rock strength on bolt bending and its performance. 4. To study the effect of bolt profile configuration on load transfer mechanism. 5. Numerical simulation of the interaction between interfaces to understand the failure mechanism of rock bolts.

Rs. 27.922 lakh

Envisaged study is corrosion under various stress conditions. Work proposed is very elementary from the point of view of application. NOT RECOMMENDED

16. Simultaneous Heavy Metal Removal and Recovery from Acid Mine Drainage (AMD) using Multi-metal Resistant Microbial Strains

Indian Institute of Technology, Hauz Khas, New Delhi.

Dr. Anushree Malik, Ph.D.

i. Collection and characterization of mine drainage from different mining sites. ii. Biosorption of multiple metals from mine drainage using selected fungal strains. iii. Comparing the process efficiency against native microbial flora found in AMD and studing the community shift due to change in dynamic flux of the metal. iv. Recovery of the biosorped metals by desorption and optimizing the adsorpition-desorption process in a suitable lab scale bio reactor.

Rs. 9745392/-

As of now the process has not shown much practical promise the world over. It is of scientific interest. Till the time it is supported by the industry its practical utility is not assured. NOT RECOMENDED

17. Stability analysis and Design of pit slopes in opencast mines by numerical study


Dr. G.Budi, Ph.D. 1. To determine the probable modes and mechanisms of slope instability at the critical areas of instability in pit slopes using numerical modeling techniques. 2. To investigate the factors tending to initiate instability and also to identify the geo- mechanical parameters that governing the failure of slopes. 3. To investigate the effects of various destabilizing parameters and other causes on the slope instability, parametric studies are to be conducted using finite difference program FLAC2D and distinct element code UDEC etc.


Slope Stability Analysis is very relevant and useful for mine development. Translational R & D potential to be factored in. RECOMMENDED for detailed presentation

18. Development of low density emulsion explosives for energy efficient blasting in environmentally sensitive areas


Dr. Arvind Kumar Mishra, Ph.D.

1. To develop low density emulsion explosives for energy efficient blasting in environmentally sensitive areas. 2. An investigation into influence of various properties of low density explosives on detonation behavior. 3. A comparative study between confined and unconfined VOD of explosives. 4. A study on influence of detonic behavior of developed explosive on blast fragmentation and blast performance.

Rs. 3252200/-

Project proposed is highly relevant with regard to mine development in environmentally sensitive areas. RECOMMENDED for detailed presentation

19. Design of Eco-friendly thickened tailings slurry pipelines for surface disposal & Mine backfilling system

Institute of Minerals & Materials Technology, Bhubaneswar

1. Complete characterization of tailings samples including particle size distribution, chemical composition, pH, geotechnical and geo-mechanical characteristics. 2. Preparation of thickened tailings slurry (60-70% by weight and above) using appropriate techniques. 3. Rheological studies of tailings samples using precision rotational rehometer (Model: Rehostress 1) and slump tests.


Similar to proposal No 14. Rheological studies on thickened slurries made from mine waste such as tailings and waste rock is now becoming a standard technique. Translational R & D is more relevant than basic research. NOT RECOMMENDED

4. Theoretical analysis on pipe flow characteristics of thickened tailings slurry and development of head loss models etc.

20. Physico-chemical processing of low grade chromite ore for beneficiation and agglomeration of fines for recovery of metal values

Jadavpur University, Kolkata-700032

Dr. Rajib Dey, Ph.D.

The demand of chromium is increasing due to more applications of chromium alloys in high temperature and corrosion resistant materials. To utilize the low grade ore the beneficiation of the ore is very important. The intention of this enrichment is to increase the chromium/iron ratio for the production of the high carbon ferrochrome/charge chrome. In addition to that the fines generated at the mine sites should be utilized by agglomeration of the fines in the form if briquettes. Further low grade ore need to be treated for the reduction of phosphorous content in the ore to make value added low phosphorous ferrochrome.


Project is more application oriented and has relevance for an important nonferrous metal /ferro alloy availability in the future from low grade chormite ores. RECOMMENDED for detailed presentation

21. Studies on k-bearing minerals to develop an alternative source of potassium nutrition for the

G.B.Pant University of Agriculture & Technology, Pantnagar- 263145.

Dr. Rajeew Kumar, Ph.D.

1) to study the dynamics of potassium release in the soil from K-bearing minerals. 2) to investigate the effectiveness of K-bearing minerals as K-fertilizer on

Rs. 49.96 lakh

Utilization of K-bearing minerals directly as fertilizer is very innovative and solution for reducing expensive synthetic fertilizers.

crops crops. 3) to investigate the quality of compost and their bio-effectiveness after mixing of K-bearing minerals. 4) to investigate the soil health improvement properties of K-bearing minerals.

RECOMMENDED for detailed presentation

22. Application of Remote sensing and GIS technology for Geological investigations, and identification of mineral accumulations zone and predictive mineral mapping using LSED model in seven selected districts in Arunachal Pradesh (Upper Subansiri, Lower Subansiri, Papum Pare, Tirap, Changlang and Tawang and Lohit

Department of Geology & Mining, Govt. of Arunachal Pradesh, Itanagar

Dr. Anand Singh Rawat, Ph.D.

1. To generate DEM for the area under Investigation at 1:50,000. (2) To map the Geology of Arunachal Pradesh at a scale of 1:50,000. (3) To produce maps of the main geological indicators of LSED (low-sulphidation epithermal deposits) model for the six districts. (4) To find out the potential mineral deposits in Arunachal Pradesh at 1:50,000 scale for further use and economic exploitation using Digital Image Processing and GIS technologies. (5) To provide a comprehensive policy documents on the economic extraction of mineral based on field based investigations and remote sensing data etc.

Rs. 27142836/ & 3 years

Application of GIS and LSED is now a standard technique and it is to be directly applied. These projects are not part of R & D but more of the direct deployment. They are to be funded by other mechanism. NOT RECOMMENDED

23. Beneficiation of low Grade iron Ores and

The Maharaja Sayajirao University of

Dr. Sujay Kumar Dutta, Ph.D.

1. Depletion of high grade iron ore (>65% and about 30% low grade iron ore of

Rs. 83.65 lakh

Iron Ore beneficiation is not a priority area for research and does not fall into thrust

utilization of Iron ores and Coal fines

Baroda, Post Box No. 51,

Kalabhavan, Vadodara

total reserves, therefore enrichment of low grade iron ore must be required to beneficiate into high grade iron ore. 2. Lack of consistency with respect to Al2O3/SiO2 ratio (>1.5) makes iron ores unsuitable to use directly in the metallurgical industries without prior beneficiation

& 3 Years

areas that are in project call. NOT RECOMMENDED

24. Development of wear resistant vanadium carbide reinforced austenitic manganese steel matric composites for the mining and mineral processing industry

Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur-721302

Dr. Karabi Das, Ph.D.

It is evident from the literature survey that most of the studies have concentrated on the evaluation of abrasive wear resistance of carbide reinforced austenitic steel matrix composites. However, mining and mineral processing equipment are not only subjected to abrasive wear but also may be subjected to other types of wear such as erosive, corrosive and impact. Hence, it is important to study different wear mechanisms in the developed composites. The objective of the present proposal is to continue and intensify the research activity in the field of steel based composites, especially carbide reinforced

Rs. 75.72 Lakh & 3 years

Project is not in any of the thrust areas that are relevant It is very basic research on steel and steel matrix composites and eventual aim to apply to mining /mineral processing equipments is far fetched at this juncture. Tooling in mining / mineral processing sector is with OEMs of mining machineries; NOT RECOMMENDED

austenitic manganese steel matrix composites etc.

25. Synthesis, characterization and photo catalytic performance of metal doped semiconductor nano materials

Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh-202002

Dr. M.Muneer, Ph.D.

One of the major objectives of the present proposal is to synthesize nano-photocatalyst which can operate under visible light by doping semiconductor with some metal/non-metal/transition metal by sol-gel and hydrothermal reaction technique. Yet another objective is to characterize the synthesized nano-photocatalyst using standard analytical technique such as FTIR, UV/Vis, SEM, TEM and XRD. The third objective of the present proposal is to determine the efficiency of the photocatalyst by monitoring the reaction of few selected organic compounds as a function of time under visible light.


This project is on materials science R & D pertaining to photo catalytic materials of high purity oxides within a modest budget and with effective utilization of already available high end characterization equipments in AMU. RECOMMENDED for detailed presentation

26. Intervention of ergonomics for the assessment of occupational stress and online work capacity monitoring of selective workers for varying depth

Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology Shibpur, Howrah-711103.

Dr. Netai Chandra Dey, Ph.D.

Standardization of job for major mining methods under various modules of underground environment with the application of Ergonomics Interception. to minimize musculo-sheletal disorders MSD‟s by Postural analysis so as to reduction

Rs. 247 lakh & 3 years

This project is job standardization in underground coal mines. Standardization in underground mining is moving more towards automation and extensive utilization of automation &

of working in Indian underground coal mines

of Medical expenses and absenteeism in mines.

power tools. Technologies are simplifying utilization of human resource to minimize risks and reduce human fatigue Ergonomics interception is of tertiary value

27. Development of Semi-solid processed Austempered Ductile Iron for Mining applications

Central Mechanical Engineering Research Institute, Mahatma Gandhi Avenue, Durgapur-713209.

Dr. Prosenjit Das, Ph.D.

i) Development of novel SSADI (Semi Solid processed Austempered ductile Iron) technology. ii) Development of prototype semi solid processed austempered ductile iron component (Digger Tooth for mining excavator) from gravity cast SG iron, by designing the austempering treatment cycles.

Rs. 1,36,01720/ & 3 years-

Project is more on basic research with a small vector on possible prototype application with a large financial outlay. Preliminary work is required to be done for feasibility and quick benchmarking; Mining Machinery OEM involvement is necessary for translational R & D. NOT RECOMMENDED

28. Sulfur removal from coal water slurry using ionic liquid assisted electrolysis

Sri Sivassubramaniya Nadar College of Engineering, Rajiv Gandhi Salai, Kalavakkam, Chennai, Tamilnadu

Dr. R.Saravanathamizhan, Ph.D.

i) Select a suitable ionic liquids to remove the sulfur present in the coal. ii)Select a suitable electrode materials to improve the removal efficiency of sulfur. iii)Study the various operating parameters to enhance the removal efficiency. iv) Scale up the lab scale experiment to large scale study


This project is on coal washing techniques which in general are well developed and deployed in very high scale levels. This is also not part of thrust areas in project call NOT RECOMMENED

29. Development of novel biocompatible hybridized nanobiofibres filteration system for the treatment of Coal mines waste water

National Institute of Technology, Tiruchirappalli-620015, Tamilnadu

Dr. M.Matheswaran, Ph.D.

The main aim of our research is to develop an efficient technology for treatment and recovery of metal ion from coal mine wastewater. The objective of the proposal is to develop hydridized electrospun nanobiofibre materials for purification of mine wastewater


Project pertains to purification of coal mine waste water and more relevant for coal mining related R & D. Not in thrust areas of call for projects NOT RECOMMENDED

30. Novel synthesis routes for high purity kesterites (CZTS:Cu-Zm-Sn-S; Cu-Zn-Sn-Se) and development of cost kesiterite based solar PV cells and modules

Nonferrous Materials Technology Development Centre, Hyderabad

Dr. S.Harinipriya, Ph.D.

1. Kesterite based solar cell of efficiency > 12%. 2. Synthesis and characterization of CZTS and CZTSSe type solar materials. 3. Optimize the methodology of coating the kesterite on Mo coated glass/A1 substrate 4. Design, Fabrication and characterization of solar cells based on CZTS and CZTSSe 5. Performance evaluation of CZTS and CZTSSe based solar cells and improve the efficiency by modifying the synthesis methodology and composition of S,Se,Cu,Sn and Zn.6. Module level design, development, performance evaluation at STC and PTC etc.


Project has merit on three fronts (i) earth abundant kesiterite as a source for high purity solar PV materials; (ii) Non vacuum based process flow sheet development; (iii) materials to Product envisaged in a multi disciplinary team mode; Due to paucity of funds in this FY 2014-15 RECOMMENDED for resubmission and to be taken up for FY 2015-16

31. Development of hard and high temperature refractory material/aggregat from saprolite

Jawaharlal Nehru Aluminium Research Development & Design Centre (JNARDDC), Nagpur

Dr. Pravin G Bhukte, Ph.D.

To study the various process parameters for possible use of saprolite in refractory industries. To develop refractory material/aggregate from saprolite

Rs. 40.91200 & 3 Years

This project is of exploratory nature of possible use of Sprolite. RECOMMENDED for detailed presentation

32. Recovery of strategic rare earths from Indian red mud

Jawaharlal Nehru Aluminium Research Development & Design Centre (JNARDDC), Amravati Road, Nagpur-440023.

Dr. Upendra Singh, Ph.D.

1. The major objectives of the project are confined to the assessment/chemical specification of rare earths in bauxite and red mud of Indian origin. 2. Assessment of possible recovery of rare earth elements such as scandium (Sc), lanthanum (La), cerium (Ce) and neodymium (Nd) from red mud


Preliminary work should be done to validate the content and beaker/lab scale experiments before the project can be considered. NOT RECOMMENDED

33. Development of hyper eutectic A1-18% Si alloy with superior high temperature mechanical properties for auto engine cylinder head application

Central Mechanical Engineering Research Institute, Mahatma Gandhi Avenue, Durgapur

Mrs. Manju Singh, M.Tech

1. Development of A1-18% Si alloy containing transitional elements like Ni, V, Zr, Ti etc. and to impart suitable heat treatment for achieving superior high temperature tensile& wear properties.2. Development of process technology to manufacture prototype auto component from the developed A1-18% Si alloy.


Al Alloys for Automotive Engine applications are highly standardized and it is saturated; Exploratory work in small modifications and incremental R & D are not the thrust area even for automotive sector. Auto sector has other routes for performance enhancements NOT RECOMMENDED

34. Biomining of iron(Fe), Platinum(Pt) and Uranium (U) from Indian Mineral

Periyar University, Salem-636011, Tamilnadu

Dr. P.M. Ayyasamy, Ph.D.

1. To isolate and identify iron (Fe), Platinum (Pt) and uranium (U) transforming microbes from mineral rich soil.

Rs. 32.84 lakh &

Proof of Concept of microbial transformation of Pt based minerals to be proved in lab scale.

Resources through Microbial transformation

2. To screen iron, platinum and uranium transforming microbes in solid media amended with respective ions. 3. Find out the efficiency of the selected microbes on the biomining of iron, platinum and uranium from synthetic oxides and mineral rich soil crusts. 4. Find out effect of various carbon sources, inoculums concentrations, pH and temperature on the biomining of iron, platinium and uranium etc

3 Years NOT RECOMMENDED

35. Development of strontium ferrite microwave sintered permanent magnets from blue dust and celestite ore

Thaper University, Patiala, Punjab

Dr. Puneet Sharma, Ph.D.

The major objective of this proposal to develop high quality SrFe12O19 sintered magnets from blue dust and celestite ore. Which will be accomplished through carrying out the following objective:- 1. Preparation of SrFe12O19 powders by converting celestite ore and blue dust into pure SrCO3 and Fe2O3 respectively. 2. Development of microwave sintered anisotropic SrFe12O19 permanent magnets from as prepared strontium ferrite powder.


Earlier funding of similar project based has not yielded positive results NOT RECOMMENDED

3. To investigate the effect of various process parameters (mole ratio, powder size, sintering time and temperature etc.) on the magnetic properties of SrFe12O19 sintered magnets.

36. Design and development of high temperature structural alloys of aluminium beyond 200C through innovative alloying and processing for transportation sector

Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore-560012.

Prof. K.Chattopadhyay, Ph.D.

The present proposal aims at developing a new class of cast defect free alloys having non-dendritic and granular structure that can be synthesized by incorporating cooling slope before suction casting process. Here the cooling slope provides non dendritic semisolid slurry (through shearing in the liquid) as an input feed for suction cast. The suction cast will impart maximum supersaturation of the solute in the matrix which leads to high volume fraction of strengthening precipitates on subsequent heat treatment etc.


A very large funding (Rs 7 Crores) was given by MoM & DST to IISc to create the National Centre for semi-solid processing. This is another semi solid processing based project proposal. These are exploratory projects and they can be done within existing facilities with modifications in IISc. NOT RECOMMENDED

37. Development of nickel based tungsten carbide tooling materials with desirable corrosion and wear resistance

Vel Tech Dr. RR & Dr. SR Technical University, Chennai.

Dr. R Mariappan, Ph.D.

Primary Objective: The objective of this proposed work is to develop nickel cemented tungsten carbide tooling materials (WC-Ni) with high corrosion resistance and adequate

Rs.53.196 lakh & 3 Years

WC-Co are the workhorse standards of tooling industry and substitution of Co or Ni cemented needs industry support for getting in to application vector.

characteristics for mining applications

mechanical characteristics that are suitable for tooling applications in mining sector etc. Secondary Objectives: 1. Studies on various alloying elements/ ./0chemical composition of the proposed high- performance tool material. 2. Optimisation of various process parameters (milling speed, milling, sintering temperature, sintering duration and pressure) for ensuring nano crystalline ultra-fine grain material with desirable strength etc.

Without handholding by Cemented Carbide tool industry this project will remain academic curiosity. These projects are better done as contract /sponsored R &D directly with industry. NOT RECOMMENDED

38. Development of technologies for dry beneficiation of fines coal fraction and manufacture of coal pellet/briquette for BF coke making

Steel Authority of India Limited, Ispat Bhawan, Lodi Road, New Delhi and Institute of Mineral and Materials Technology, CSIR, Bhubaneswar (jointly)

Dr. Tamal Kanti Das, Ph.D.

The objective of the research is to develop technologies for separation, dry beneficiation and manufacture of pellet/briquette of fine size fraction of coking coals (<3 mm) for its use in BF coke making.


This project is more relevant in Steel Sector and PI should submit proposal for funding to Steel & Coal Ministries as project value is very high. NOT RECOMMENDED

39. Study of alkaline-carbonatite complexes as potential resource for REEs, NB-TA and U-TH

Institute of Technology, Roorkee- 247667, Uttarakhand.

Dr. Amit Kumar Sen, Ph.D.

The main objective of the study is to characterize carbonatite and related rocks as potential resource for REEs (mainly LREE), Nb-(Ta) and U-TH through


Project proposal relevant for alternate REE source and Nb-Ta. RECOMMENDED for detailed presentation

comprehensive mineralogical and geochemical study. ii) The other objective is to prepare comprehensive exploration models for these mineralzation.

40. Development of a bioprocess for removal of alumina and control of alumina silica ratio in iron ore slimes

VIT University, Vellore- 632014, Tamilnadu

Dr. P.Mrudula, Ph.D.

The overall objective of the project is to isolate suitable bacteria from Kudremukh iron mines (soil and slime samples) and explore their potential for removal of alumina and silica and control of alumina silica ratio in the iron ore silimes to make them suitable for blast furnace operations. i) Isolation, Screening and adaptation of bacteria:Isolation of the microbes with the ability to separate hematite, alumina and silica from iron ore soil and silimes by combination of floatation and culture techniques etc


Project not in Thrust area; PI should submit to Steel Ministry. NOT RECOMMENDED

41. Fluidized bed reduction of iron ore fines by coal fines

Centre for industrial consultancy and sponsored research, Indian Institute of Technology Madras, Chennai-600036.

Dr. Sabita Sarkar, Ph.D.

1. Feasibility of production of iron directly from composite pellets or granules made of iron ore fines (<150 um) and coal fines using fluidized bed technology. 2. Study the effect of process parameters on the granulation process as well


Project not in thrust area More relevant for Ministry Steel R & D funding NOT RECOMMENDED

as on reduction reaction. 3. Optimize the process parameters for DRI production using combines granulation and reduction process

42. Correlation of stress Magnitude estimated using acoustic emission technique and hydro fracture method

National Institute of Rock Mechanics, Champion Reefs, Kolar Gold Fields-563117, Karnataka.

Dr. DS Subrahmanyam, Ph.D.

The main objective of the project is to evaluate possible correlation between stress measurements made from hydro-fracturing method and from acoustic emission techniques. To fulfill the objectives, it is proposed to conduct the hydro fracture tests inside NX size boreholes at various places (inside underground tunnel, underground mine etc.) and estimate the stress magnitude at various zones and depths etc


Two independent measurement techniques is being attempted for enhancing prediction of stress levels. RECOMMENDED for detailed Presentation

43. Pilot Plant study of the extraction of fine iron from red mud

National Institute of Technology, Rourkela- 769008.

Dr. Ashok Kumar Joshi, Ph.D.

1. Pilot plant studies of the extraction of fine iron from red mud. 2. Optimization of the process parameters for maximum yield. 3. Analysis of the different component at each step for better understanding of the process. 4. To design the working model for extraction of fine iron incorporating the results of the experiment.

Rs. 19787040/- & 3 Years

Red Mud as a source of iron is less attractive due to techno economics Other valuable metals or REs are more important depending on source NOT RECOMMENDED

5. Utilization of waste for value added product left after extraction of fine iron.

44. Integrated studies using advanced geomatics tools & techniques for geo-environmental modeling for mineral deposits

National Remote Sensing Centre, ISRO, Deptt. of Space, Govt. of India, Hyderabad

Dr. Ashok Kumar Joshi, Ph.D.

The study encompasses identification of parameters (ore mineralogy, host rock, deposit type, size, alteration zones, surrounding geology etc.) using advanced techniques of remote sensing, field studies and analysis of available data (geochemical, geophysical, environmental etc.) for the Malanjkhand Copper Depot, M.P. and establish a geo-environmental model etc.


Similar work is being carried out by exploration agencies like GSI and the proposal does not have much novelty. NOT RECOMMENDED.

NO45.

Recovery of Iron minerals from iron ore tailings and utilization of mine waste “Blue Dust” in India

Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology, Shibpur, Howrah

Dr. Sudipta Mukhopadhyay, Ph.D.

To see whether it is viable to extract the iron minerals from iron ore beneficiation plant tailings by applying suitable mineral dressing processes in India. 2. Detail study on viability of utilization of mine wastes „Blue Dust”. 3. Detailed field study on a plant producing ferric oxide at industrial use from mine waste “Blue Dust”


Not in the thrust area of Call of Projects PI should consider submitting to Ministry of Steel for projects NOT RECOMMENDED

46. Mobile wireless sensor network based tracking and sensing system for underground coal mine exploration, Safety and security

Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani.

Prof. K R Anupama, Ph.D.

To design and develop a prototype wireless sensor network for environmental monitoring and structural health monitoring of underground coal mines. This includes the WSN protocolstack development, the development wireless note built using cots component to be deployed along the mine and the small wireless unit to be carried by the miner. The network will also include alarming systems in case if any abnormal condition in the environment or structure of mine is observed. The wireless sensor system will be self –healing i.e. the system should be able to change the logical communication path in case few nodes in the system are lost or damaged due to structural instability or explosion in mine.

Rs. 45.606 lakh

This project proposal is more on deployment wireless solutions in underground coal mines. Such solutions require participation of mining companies under Coal India or other coal mines. PI should consider approaching ministry Coal for funding as there are more appropriate to take judgment call NOT RECOMMENDED

47. Development of Nickel containing steel from chromite over burden

Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur and Institute of Minerals & Materials Technology, Bhubaneswar (Jointly)

Dr. B.Bhoi, Ph.D. (IIMT), Prof. Siddhartha Das, Ph.D. (IIT)

The main objective of the proposed project is to develop a nickel containing steel from chromite over burden.

Rs. 107.479 lakh &3 Years

Past projects on chromite ore burden concentrated on recovery of Nickel Combing Ni recovery along with Cr and Fe and getting a combined product as alloyed steel is innovative and worth pursuing RECOMMENDED for detailed presentation

48. Recovery of gallium from red mud by floatation process

National Institute of Telchnology, Rourkela-769008, Odisha

Dr. Himanshu Bhushan Sahu, Ph.D.

1. Review of the status of red mud generation in India. 2. Development of a method of recovery of Gallium from red mud. 3. Optimization of process parameters for maximum gallium recovery. 4. Design and testing of a prototype for gallium recovery. 5. Utilization of process chemicals left after extraction of gallium.


Recovery of value added metals such Ti, V and Ga from Bayer liquor - Red Mud circuit is a thrust area NFTDC can participate as partner in the project without financial implication to enable faster execution and eventual scale up RECOMMENDED for detailed presentation

49. Casting of wrought aluminium alloy through semisolid route

Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore-560012. and Central Mechanical Engineering Research Institute (CMERI), Mahatma Gandhi Avenue,

Prof. Pradip Dutta, Ph.D. (IIT, Bangalore) Dr. Prosenjit Das, Ph.D. (CSIR)

The main objective is to study the feasibility of producing semi soild casting of automobile components using wrought aluminium alloys, which would have non-dendritic microstructure, and without any casting defects that are usually associated with wrought aluminium alloys, and which

Rs. 80.09320 lakh

A very large funding (Rs 7 Crores) was given by MoM & DST to IISc to create the National Centre for semi-solid processing. The objectives was also to produce non dendritic microstructures. There has not been much industry sponsored R & D

Durgapur (Jointly)

leads to improved mechanical properties usually achievable with wrought alloys normally processed by extrusion or forging processes. Two different semi-solid casting routes (the thixo die casting and the rheo pressure die casting) will be studied to obtain sound castings with improved mechanical properties.

after the initial large funding to set up the semi solid processing facility. All the proposed work should be done in the existing facility and contract and sponsored research with companies NOT RECOMMENDED

50.

Experimental investigations on assessment and prediction of specific energy in rock indentation test

National Institute of Technology, Karnataka Surathkal, Mangalore, Karnataka

Dr. Ch. S.N.Murthy, Ph.D.

1. To make necessary fabrication for the universal testing machine to hold different types of bits (indenters) to carry out rock indentation test. 2. To carry out detailed laboratory investigations to find depth of penetration by carrying out loading (up to 80-90% of failure load) and un loading cycle for all indexing angles considered (10 deg., 20deg, 30deg. And 40 deg.). 3. To determine specific energy from force-penetration (F-P) curves and volume of fragments formed in indentation test for various bit-rock combinations considered etc.

Rs. 47.59300 lakh

Project is very basic academic exercise with very little scope for application and it needs more scientific depth or good application potential NOT RECOMMENDED

51. Production of geopolymer based construction material from pond ASH: an industrial waste

Gandhi Institute of Engineering and Technology, Gunupur, Odisha.

Dr. Pradeep Kumar Rana, Ph.D.

1. To replace cement by industrial waste such as pond ash based geopolymer as a novel construction material. 2. To study the effect of alkali on geopolymer (GP) for high compressive strength to eastablish cost effective and quality technology. 3. To study the corrosion behavior of the pond ash based geopolymer.


Project envisages development of value added materials and products from waste ASH which has sufficient merit in terms of feasibility via geopolymer route. RECOMMENDED for detailed presentation

52. Selection and optimization of transportation system based on air quality impact assessment for iron ore mines

Anna University, Chennai-600025.

Dr. L. Ajay Kumar, Ph.D.

The objective of proposed project is to provide suitable and optimum transportation system and routines in terms of cost and environment effective manner for the Keonjhar region of odisha. In addition to this, objective of the present study also involves: 1. Study of various modes of transportation of iron ore from various mines. 2. Determination of air quality impacts due to the transportation of iron ore. 3. Selection of suitable mode of transport system for iron ore from various mines to destination etc.


Proposal not in the thrust areas. NOT RECOMMENDED

53. Development of TDR based wireless system for slope stability monitoring in opencast mines

National Institute of Technology, Rourkela - 769008, Odisha

Dr. Singam Jayanthu, Ph.D.

To monitor the slope movements in NALCO and MOIL opencast mines using time domain reflectometry (TDR). 2. Development transmission of TDR readings using RF/wireless communication in opencast mines for online monitoring.

Rs. 26.20800 lakh

Slope stability in open cast mining is perennial issue. A proposal appears to have some novelty in online monitoring of the some. RECOMMENDED

54. Development of new technology for mineral exploration and mining on land and deep sea to locate and exploit new mineral resources

Amity University, Haryana, Gurgaon

Prof (Dr) Ashok Kumar Raghav, Ph.D.

To develop a new technology system for mineral exploration and mining in deep sea to locate and exploit new mineral resources

Rs.250 lakh & 3 Years

Deep sea nodule mining is an advanced technology requiring adequate capacity and capability. Proposal is very sketchy. NOT RECOMMENDED

55. Development of value added product using iron ore mine waste for its effective utilization

National Institute of Technology, Karnataka, Surathkal, Mangalore, Karnataka

Dr. Mangalpady Aruna, Ph.D.

The main objective of this project is to study the physic-mechanical properties of bricks/blocks prepared using waste fines from iron ore mines and to assess its technical feasibility and economical viability to use in the construction industry.

Rs. 21.42lakh

Project proposal is very sketchy. Projects based on iron ore fines and waste fines are to be taken up by ministry steel related R & D funding for focus and thrust if there are values in them NOT RECOMMENDED

56. Assessment, Beneficiation and characterization of mining overburden as

Centre for Industrial Consultancy & Sponsored Research, IIT,

Dr. Ravindra Gettu, Ph.D.

The broad objective of this project is to evaluate the use of mining overburden and waste in concrete construction, as partial or

Rs.1,00,59,600 /- & 3 Years

Return of mining overburden back to mines as slurry concrete is being thought of here.

fine aggregate and filler for concrete manufacture

Madras, Chennai.

complete replacement of the fine aggregate and as a supplementary cementitious material. The specific aims are listed below: 1. To assess the suitability of mining overburden/waste as fine aggregate in concrete, with respct to its impact on the fresh and hardened concrete properties in the short and long term etc.

These projects require significant industry participation to have any impact. NOT RECOMMENDED

57. Novel method of using CGAs for beneficiation of low grade/fine sized ores through froth flotation technique

Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi

Mr. Ashok N Bhaskarwar, Ph.D.

A. Investigation of the effects of sparging CGAs into slurry foam generated during standard flotation process of one sulfide ore and one non-sulfide ore. B) Mathematical modeling and simulation of pilot-plant for industrial scale application.

Rs. 1.2540 crore

Project is more academic and simulation based. Industry participation and usefulness needs to be established NOT RECOMMENDED

58. Identification of biomarkers for early detection and progression of silicosis

National Institute of Miners‟ Health,

JNARDDC Campus,

Wadi Police Station,

Anravati Road Wadi,

Nagpur.

Dr. Sarang Dhatrak, Ph.D.

The main objectives of the present study include:detailed profiling of cases of silicosis and correlation of conventional radiolography with high resolution computerized tomography (HRCT), assessment of dust exposure profile, identification of biomarkers

Rs. 106.2 lakh

Biomarkers for early detection of many ailments due to noise, particulates (silicosis, beryliosis etc) offer very valuable pre emptive solutions. Project has significant merit RECOMMENDED for detailed presentaion

(mRNA & protein expression profile) for silica dust exposed workers and silicosis patients and to characterize the biomarkers for their sensitivity and specificity to detect silicosis and predicting outcome.

59. Microbial recovery of biogenic methane from coal, bed with Co2, sequestration using novel hybrid geo photobioreactor and reclamination of the site

Bannari Amman Institute of Technology,

Tamilnadu.

Dr. R.Ravikumar, Ph.D.

1. Isolation and identification of methanogenic bacteria through morphological and molecular level. 2. Enrichment of the inoculums concentration using microbial consortia in rumen fluid and substrate from cyanobacteria in batch reactor. 3. Design and development of novel hybrid geo photobioreactor. 4. Scaling up the methane recovery process to hybrid geo photobioreactor. 5. optimizing parameters involved in simultaneous cultivation and CO2 sequestration using cyanobacteria.


Design anddevelopment of hybridgeo photo bio reactor for production of methane and reclamation of site is a possibility for exploration. Project outlay limited. RECOMMENDED for detailed presentation

60. Prospecting/Expoloration of Platinum group of metals within Nega Hills ophiolite at Thengahu Ridge-Moke area, Phek District, Nagaland.

Directorate of Geology and mining,

Government of Nagaland,

Nagaland:Dimapur.

Dr. Chisoi Joint Director, Ph.D.

To demarcate the potential zones of PGE in the area. 2. To estimate PGE contents in mafics and ultramafics by Nickel-Sulphide fire-assay in combination with Inductivity couple Plasma Mass spectrometry (ICP-MS). 3. To establish the petrogenetic relationships of the rocks with major, trace and REE datas.

Rs.49.50 lakh

The PI may be requested to resubmit after detailing all the previous work already carried out on the area by different agencies and universities. Recommended for resubmission as per suggestion for F.Y 2015-16

government of india ministry of mines...the area to decipher the lithology, structure and tectonic...

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