Kimberlite fracture by prompt microwave-heating

The present paper concerns the study of kimberlite fracture processes by prompt microwave heating. The processes leading to kimberlite fracture are considered, and mechanisms of its fracture are defined. Results of research of kimberlite dielectric characteristics are presented. Results of researches of processes of the fracture carried out by resonator-type installation unit with capacity of SHF power supply of 600 W and 5 kW are represented. Power estimations of processes of kimberlite crushing by SHF energy, showing new method availability, are carried out.