Cui Lin

 

Assistant Professor

B.Eng, M.Eng, PhD (Dalhousie), P.Eng.

 

Contact Information

Phone: 709-864-8939

Email: cuil@mun.ca

Office:  IIC3018

 

 Expertise

  • Mining Engineering
  • Geotechnical Engineering/Rock Mechanics
  • Sustainable Mineral Extraction
  • Corrosion and Surface Modification

Research Interests

Mining Geomechanics and Mine Design Optimization; Underground Stress Estimation; Proper Support Timing and Support Effectiveness Evaluation; Corrosion Detection and Control in Mineral and Energy Industry; Mine Tailings Management and Disposal

Personal Profile

Dr. Cui Lin holds a B. Eng. in Chemical Engineering and an M. Eng. in Materials Processing Engineering, and her first PhD degree in Materials Science and Engineering from University of Science and Technology Beijing, China. In 2020, she earned second PhD in Mineral Resource Engineering from Dalhousie University, Canada.

Dr. Lin joined the Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science at Memorial University as an assistant professor in 2022. From 2016 to 2022, she worked as a sessional instructor in mineral resource engineering at Dalhousie University and taught courses in mineral processing, rock mechanics, slope stability and introductory mining engineering. She obtained a Certificate for University Teaching and Learning in 2019 and a Certificate in Adult Education in 2021.

Her research goals are to maintain excavation and mine safety, reduce risks and environmental impacts and support sustainable development in mineral resource industry. Her research currently involves rock stress estimation, ground stability control and geomechanics in underground mines, mine planning and design optimization, numerical modelling in mining and geomechanics, corrosion/wear mechanism and engineering application of environmentally-friendly surface treatment & processing technology. Dr. Lin is an active member of several professional organizations, including the Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy, and Petroleum (CIM), the International Society for Rock Mechanics and Rock Engineering (ISRM), the Canadian Geotechnical Society (CGS), the American Rock Mechanics Association (ARMA), and the Canadian Rock Mechanics Association (CARMA).

Selected Publications

Papers in Refereed Journals and Conference Proceedings:

Lin, C; Shen, XY; Zou, S. (2024). Support timing and ground stability analysis for mine excavation using numerical modelling. Proceedings of the GeoMontreal 2024. The 77th Canadian Geotechnical Conference (GeoMontreal 2024), 15-18 September, Montreal, Canada. (CARMA Best Paper Award in Rock Mechanics)

Lin, C; Zou, S. (2024). Laboratory procedure to calibrate non-stressed borehole size. OnePetro (Proceedings of the ARMA Golden 2024). The 58th US Rock Mechanics / Geomechanics Symposium (ARMA Golden 2024), 23-26 June, Golden, United States of America.

Lin, C; Zou, DHS. (2023). Formulation and procedure for in-situ stress back-analysis from borehole strain changes measured during nearby underground excavation. Journal of Rock Mechanics and Geotechnical Engineering. 15(8): 1931-1943.

Zou, DHS; Lin, C. (2023). Practical considerations for the complete 3D in-situ stress estimation from convergence data using the D3 method. Acta Geotechnica. 19(2): 1063-1081.

Lin, C; Sun, HR; Zou, DHS. (2023). Drilling angle optimization of boreholes for estimating 3D rock stresses with D3method in underground excavations. Proceedings of the GeoSaskatoon 2023. The 76th Canadian Geotechnical Conference (GeoSaskatoon 2023), 1-4 October, Saskatoon, Canada.

Lin, C. (2023). 3D field rock stress estimation based on diametrical borehole deformation without overcoring. CIM Academy. CIM 2023 Convention, 30 April - 3 May, Montreal, Canada.

Lin, C; Zou, DHS. (2021). Formulation and verification of 3D in-situ stress estimation based on differential-direction drilling. International Journal of Rock Mechanics and Mining Sciences. 145: 104833.

Lin, C; Zou, DHS; Sun, HR. (2019). Exploration of measurement methods of 3D in-situ stresses in rock masses. International Journal of Georesources and Environment, 5(1): 1-13.

Lin, C; Chen SJ. (2018). Atmospheric corrosion behavior of mild steel in the initial stage under different relative humidity. International Journal of Georesources and Environment, 4(2): 33-39.

Lin, C; Zhao, Q; Zhao, XB; Yang, Y. (2018). Cavitation erosion of metallic materials. International Journal of Georesources and Environment. 4(1): 1-8.

Zou, DHS; Lin, C. (2017). Sustainable mining – a case study in Canadian Practice. Proceedings of the 8th International Conference on Sustainable Development in the Minerals Industry, 26-28 June, Beijing, China, pp. 248-252.

Lin, C; Zou, DHS. (2016). In-situ stress estimation by back analysis based on wellbore deformation with consideration of pore pressure. International Journal of Geohazards and Environment, 2(1): 2-16.

Lin, C; Dadvand, N; Farhat, Z; Kipouros, GJ. (2013). Electroless nickel phosphorus plating on carbon steel. Materials Science and Technology (MS&T) 2013, 27-31 October, Montreal, Quebec, Canada, pp. 2224-2237.

Lin, C; Hong, XP. (2011). Investigation of corrosion processing for Ti-6Al-4V in hydrochloric-nitric acid system. Proceedings of the ASME 2011 International Manufacturing Science & Engineering Conference, 13-17 June, Corvallis, USA, pp. 349-355.

Lin, C; Li, XG; Dong CF. (2007). Pitting and galvanic corrosion behavior of stainless steel with weld in wet-dry environment containing Cl-. Journal of University of Science and Technology Beijing: Mineral Metallurgy Materials, 14(6): 517-522.

Lin, C; Li, XG. (2006). The role of CO2 in the initial stage of atmospheric corrosion of AZ91 magnesium alloy in the presence of NaCl. Rare Metals, 25(2): 190-196.

Books:

Zou, DHS; Lin, C. (2020). Chapter 11-Numerical modelling application in mining and geomechanics. Applied Rock Mechanics and Ground Stability. Second Edition. ISBN: 978-0-9948791-0-3.

Lin, C; Wang, MF. (2017). Titanium alloys - Anticorrosion and Etching. Canamaple Academia Services, Halifax, Canada. ISBN: 978-0-9948791-2-7.

Lin, C; Du, N. (2014). Selection and Design of Titanium Alloy. Chemical Industry Press, Beijing, China. ISBN: 978-7-122-20717-3. (Book series “Life Extension and Sustainable Development of Materials)

Li, XG; Dong, CF; Xiao, K; Du, CW; Zhou, HR; Lin, C. (2009) Initial Atmospheric Corrosion Behavior and Mechanism of Metals. Science Press, Beijing, China. ISBN: 978-7-030-25474-0.

Patents:

Wen, QJ; Wang, LQ; Lin, C; Du, N. (2012). Chemical milling bath and technology of titanium alloy. China, 200910123331.3.

Lin, C. (2010). Controlling device of thin electrolyte film for atmospheric corrosion test. China, 200920189161.4.

Open Positions

Applications are being accepted for Master of Engineering (thesis-based master's program) and PhD in the Department of Process Engineering. 

Expected qualifications from candidates:

  • A Bachelor or Master degree in mining, petroleum or geotechnical engineering or related discipline;
  • Knowledge in rock mechanics, mine design and ground support;
  • Experience in rock mechanics, numerical modelling and geotechnical software applications is an asset;
  • Strong communication skills and self-motivated;
  • Able to learn new things and to take on new challenges. 

Interested students are encouraged to send an application to cuil@mun.ca.