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GEORADAR – GPR

How does the GPR methodology work?

Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) is a non-destructive method of geophysical investigation. Using high-frequency electromagnetic waves, GPR maps differences in lithology, cavities, objects, and structures buried in the subsurface.

This efficient method employs equipment equipped with a dipole antenna and a processing unit for real-time analysis. During mapping, small high-frequency electrical pulses (between 10 and 2500 MHz) are emitted by the transmitting antenna, ensuring high resolution.

The signal is sent to the ground, where the different structures reflect part of the electromagnetic wave. A receiving antenna captures the reflected signal, transmitting the information to the storage unit, where it is interpreted.

Embora o emprego do GPR em mineração e exploração mineral talvez não receba tanta atenção quanto em outras indústrias, sua utilização é bem documentada.

What are the main Applications of GPR?

GPR, or Ground Penetrating Radar, has several applications including:

Engineering:

Location and verification of buried pipelines, crucial for oil, gas, civil, and water distribution companies. This identification is especially relevant for sanitary sewage and drainage systems, especially in urban areas with restrictions for interventions on busy roads.

Geotechnics:

Comparison with consolidated techniques, such as SPT (Standard Penetration Test), study of cavities and detection of soil thickness and depth of healthy rock for foundation study and volume calculation;

Geology and Archaeology:

Mineral and groundwater prospecting, Determination of soil structure on rock basement and identification of archaeological structures or artifacts.

In order for it to be executed in the best possible way, it is necessary to have a team of qualified professionals to carry out the work with the appropriate equipment and antenna and perform data processing.

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