Name
Technical Panel Operational AI: Challenges and Opportunities
Date & Time
Wednesday, September 2, 2026, 3:40 PM - 4:20 PM
Speakers
Lorelei Ratushniak, MICA | Mining Innovations Commercialization Accelerator
Mike Martos, Newmont
Claudio Toro-Salazar, ABB
Lorelei Ratushniak Mike Martos Claudio Toro-Salazar
Description
  • Exploring where artificial intelligence is delivering the most measurable value in mineral processing, particularly in areas such as grinding circuit optimization and throughput improvements.
  • Examining the use of AI and advanced process control in flotation circuits to stabilize performance, improve recovery rates, and reduce variability in plant operations.
  • Understanding the role of digital twins in processing plants, enabling simulation, predictive insights, and improved decision-making across complex processing systems.
  • Assessing the importance of instrumentation and data quality, including sensor coverage, calibration, and data infrastructure required to support effective AI deployment.
  • Identifying the practical limitations and lessons learned from AI initiatives in processing environments, including where expectations have exceeded operational reality.