Tag: Anthony Konya

Today’s commercial explosives are compound mixtures that contain carbon, hydrogen, oxygen and nitrogen. Photo: iStock.com/Pattadis Walarput

Blasting mechanics revisited: Characteristics of explosives

March 20, 2019 By Anthony Konya and Dr. Calvin J. Konya

This feature story explores modern blasting products, including the function and selection of explosives based on properties and cost for your blasting process.

Blasting Mechanics Revisited: The mechanics of rock breakage

January 28, 2019 By Dr. Calvin J. Konya and Anthony Konya

Part 1 of a four-part Pit & Quarry series reflects on practical blasting concepts put forth more than a half-century ago, and how they remain highly relevant to aggregate producers today.

Students learn about cap hook-ups at Missouri S&T. Photo courtesy of Anthony Konya

Training tomorrow’s leaders to work safely

October 22, 2018 By Anthony Konya, Paul Worsey and Alexander Sibley

The University of Missouri Science & Technology puts the art of experiential learning into effect for the next generation of engineers and supervisors.

Rhythmic timing practices in drilling and blasting applications

May 25, 2018 By Anthony Konya and Dr. Calvin J. Konya

Proper design and critical timing functions should be incorporated into your method to deliver better blast results.

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Resolving explosives inefficiency

May 15, 2017 By Anthony Konya and Dr. Calvin J. Konya

Get a rundown on the use of proper stemming for decreasing noise and increasing fragmentation in blasting.