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the skytem method – advanced frequency domain {HFDEM} systems) with
technology at a time when it is the ability to map at depths of 400 m or
needed most
Launched in 2004 SkyTEM was developed
specifically to map one of the most
challenging of targets, buried aquifers. The
company has its roots in solving demanding
problems through innovation and the fresh
thinking applied to the challenge resulted in
the engineering of a very different HTEM
more. This patented innovation allows for
discrimination between weak geological
contrasts giving a more complete and
accurate interpretation of geology while
increasing confidence in modelling deeper
geological structure by illuminating any links
between surface and depth. The other
advantages for the exploration sector
include:
method for resolving these especially
difficult to image targets
Survey speeds up to 150 kph for
(Read more about our company history at reduced helicopter hours and time in
http://skytem.com/electromagnetic‐ the field.
methods‐geophysics/).
Near real time data. Optional 24‐48
Not just a “bump‐finder” SkyTEM is able to hour 1D inversions for quick review of
leverage recent innovations to collect and data.
deliver high quality images of subtle changes
Dipole moment (NIA) in excess of
in lithology from the very near surface to 1,000,000 with a high signal to noise
depth at a dramatic increase in data ratio for deep mapping
acquisition speeds. For over a decade
SkyTEM’s high quality data has been used as
minimize post‐flight corrections for
the foundation for a wide range of earth
enhanced target and depth accuracy.
studies and is now applied globally for
Raw data is available for critical
mineral exploration as the sector recognizes
analysis.
its exploration and economic advantages.
SkyTEM introduced the first system capable
of operating in MultiMoment mode that
combines high resolution near surface data
(previously only available with helicopter
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One‐time calibration procedure to
Ultra‐light
carbon
fibre
frames
facilitate surveys in hot and humid
conditions
and
increase
manoeuvrability in rugged terrain.