Modelling and Simulation of the Structural Elements and the Operating Processes of Mining Machines

The paper deals with theoretical bases of the implementation in mining equipment design of up-to-date methods using modelling and simulation, supported by examples of personal research. This has become necessary due to the structural complexity of this equipment, and the variety and aggressiveness of their operating environment. The presented examples refer to different kinds of the equipment used in the mechanical extraction of mineral raw materials, from overall system to working part or tool