Abstract
ABSTRACT Mine stopes are often characterised by near-saturate conditions from constant water inflow from the ore body. Although significant research has been conducted on mechanical properties of cemented paste backfill, there are limited studies on curing practices that reflect saturate conditions. This study examines the effects of submerged curing to simulate saturate conditions. The results indicate that observed dark grey colouration associated with submerged curing is similar to ‘greening effect’ observed in concrete material containing Ground Granulated Blast-furnace Slag. Our study indicates that submerged curing has limited adverse material effects and is effective in simulating near-saturated conditions.
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