The role of the geotechnical group in an open pit: Chuquicamata Mine, Chile / Роль геотехнической группы на открытом карьере: шахта Чукикамата, Чили

The purpose of this paper is to present the way how the Geotechnical Group of Chuquicamata Division works on geological, geotechnical and hydrogeological characterizations, analysis and design of slopes, the control of slope excavation to develop the proposed designs, and the monitoring and control of slope behavior. On the other hand, it also describes the interaction of this group with the Planning and Mine Operation groups, and the applied research and technological innovation that the Geotechnical Group develops in order to maintain a continuous improvement and, at the same time, to secure the fulfillment of mid and long term mining plans. <...>