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Mining Industry Geophysical Surveying

ArticlesOctober 12, 20110 comments

Geophysical surveying is a technique of the mining industry which uses a specialized instruments to measure the physical properties of rocks and soil in the surface and subsurface. The goal of geophysical surveying is to detect and/or predict the presence and position of elements ...

Airborne Radiometric Surveying Explained

ArticlesOctober 12, 20110 comments

Airborne Radiometric Surveys   Radiometric Surveys detect and map gamma rays, and can be performed on the ground, in the air, or in a borehole.  Airborne gamma-ray spectrometry or radiometric surveying for mineral exploration measures the gamma-rays that are emitted ...

The Push for Global Geophysical Service is Leading to Streamlined Equipment and Processes

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Geophysical Survey Increases   Geophysical survey companies are experiencing significant growth due to increases in the number of mineral and oil exploration projects worldwide. Declines in reserves are directly tied to an increase in funding for exploration activities. Geophysical ...

The Geophysical Survey Systems Industry is Thriving and Becoming Increasingly Important to Other Industries.

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A Growing Industry   The practice of geophysical surveying is growing in popularity and acceptance due to breakthroughs in the technology. Geophysical surveys are important because they provide the ability to accurately map a survey area rapidly and economically. There are many ...

Exploration Geophysical Survey Methods

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Geophysics   Geophysics is a branch of earth science dealing with the physical processes and phenomena occurring especially in the Earth and in its vicinity.   Geophysics applies the principles of physics to the study of the Earth, and the use of quantitative methods ...

Geophysical Survey Companies are Gaining Momentum with the Increase in Mineral Exploration

ArticlesOctober 12, 20110 comments

What is Geophysics?   Geophysics uses high tech, sensitive instrumentation to detect and analyze various physical properties of the Earth, which are linked to its geology. Geophysical surveys are the collection and mapping of geophysical data. This data can prove invaluable to ...

Geophysical Exploration – Geophysical Exploration is a Highly Depended Upon Procedure in Mineral Prospecting and Acquiring Data for Map Production

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Geophysical exploration is a means of sourcing out high concentrations of various minerals and commodities under the Earth's surface by employing surveying methods, such as electromagnetic surveys and magnetic surveys. Geophysical exploration can be conducted on the ground or by air ...

Quality Geophysicists are integral in the Quality Assurance and Quality Control of Geophysical Data

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Quality, experienced Geophysicists are integral to overseeing the proper execution of all stages of the the acquisition process.  Starting with initial survey design and an extensive review of the client's survey targets and goals, Terraquest incorporates an experienced  ...

Geophysical Company – Geophysical Companies Employ Advanced Aircraft and Data Acquisition Systems to Achieve Accurate Data for Mineral Prospecting

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A qualified geophysical company is capable of providing a wide range of geophysical surveying services, though typically specialize in either ground or airborne acquisition. The capabilities of a geophysical company are contingent upon their years of survey experience within the field ...

Gamma Spectrometry – Gamma Spectrometry is Commonly Employed in Uranium Exploration

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In terms of conducting geophysical surveys, gamma spectrometry or airborne radiometric surveys can be employed as a means of detecting gamma rays or natural radioactive emanations. This detectable radiation comes from the decaying of some of the natural elements occurring in the Earth.  ...

Exploration Geophysics - Exploration Geophysics Plays a Vital Role in Mineral Exploration and Mapping

ArticlesOctober 12, 20110 comments

Exploration geophysics is used as a means of uncovering quality data regarding the mineral consistency within certain areas of the Earth's crust. The information gathered during an exploration aids in the production of geophysical maps, which are utilized by mining companies as part ...

EM Survey – Electromagnetic Surveys are Used as an Efficient Means of Mineral Prospecting in Bedrock Ridden Terrain

ArticlesOctober 12, 20110 comments

Electromagnetic surveys are conducted as a form of geophysical exploration in order to detect non-metallic minerals and valuable minerals. The mining industry uses this surveying method as a means of comparatively lower cost prospecting to acquire useful data for map development. ...

Electromagnetic Survey – Electromagnetic Surveys Uncover Minable Commodities in Areas that Consist of Heavy Bedrock

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Exploration geophysics is the science of acquiring data regarding the Earth's properties using above ground survey methods.  Electromagnetic surveys are used to assess the varying electric currents conducted between sulphide minerals and barren silicate minerals.    ...

Electromagnetic Geophysics: Cost-Effective Electromagnetic Surveys

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Airborne Electromagnetic geophysical surveys measuring the electrical resistivity of the earth are conducted from the air using towed EM arrays or EM loops.  Airborne EM typically use a transmitter that carries a current that varies in magnitude as a function of time to measure ...

Airborne Surveys – Airborne Magnetic Surveys Depend Heavily Upon High Precision Geophysical Systems for Success

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Even though airborne surveys are a relatively low cost and efficient method of exploration, each survey must be as economically viable as possible in the grassroots stage of exploration.  Therefore it is extremely important that your airborne survey is thoroughly planned and ...

Airborne Magnetic Surveys – Airborne Magnetic Surveys are used to Discover Minable Commodities Such as Iron and Petroleum.

ArticlesOctober 12, 20110 comments

In the past several decades, airborne magnetic surveys have become a common means of acquiring data required for mineral and hydrocarbon exploration. The information uncovered during a magnetic survey is often the first phase of an exploration program to detect valuable minable magnetic ...

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