Mining

OPTIMISED MINING OPERATIONS WITH EARTH SURFACE DATASETS

Advanced mineral exploration for accurate identification
Accurate mineralogical information about inaccessible targets
Extraction of chemical and physical parameters for optimal operations
Precision solutions for mitigating mining threats
Effective mine closure and site remediation for successful rehabilitation

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SUSTAINABLE MINING PRACTICES WITH PIXXEL’S

hyperspectral data

Pixxel’s hyperspectral satellites spectrally fingerprint the Earth, capturing unique spectral information globally with impressive spatial and temporal resolutions.

With Pixxel’s actionable data, mining organisations and researchers can make informed decisions at every operational stage, driving effective and sustainable mining practices.

key concerns in the

mining industry

The mining industry is plagued by issues stemming from conventional techniques and a lack of proper insights. These problems compromise safety, and sustainability, posing significant risks to both operations and the environment. To overcome these issues, continuous monitoring, advanced technologies, and informed solutions are essential.

Operational and maintenance inefficiencies: Suboptimal machinery operations and recurring infrastructural issues reduce productivity, leading to higher downtime and maintenance costs.
Safety and risk management: Inadequate monitoring fails to identify hazardous conditions, increasing the risk of accidents, injuries, and disrupting operations.
Environmental compliance: Inefficient environmental practices can lead to ecological degradation, resulting in legal penalties and reputational damage.
Resource management and data integration: Faulty estimation of mineral reserves and fragmented data systems hinder sustainable resource extraction, impacting profitability and optimal decision-making.

EXPLORING THE

hyperspectral advantage

Hyperspectral imaging allows for the accurate identification of minerals and detailed characterisation of geological features through narrow wavelength bands. It delivers unparalleled information about the physical and chemical parameters of complex surfaces, far exceeding traditional multispectral imaging.
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Hyperspectral technology revolutionises traditional, labour-intensive methods of inspecting mining sites. It correctly identifies threats like chemical seepages, drastically minimising environmental impact and assuring safer mining operations.

Crop variety classification (Tubarjal, Saudi Arabia)

Crop variety classification (Tubarjal, Saudi Arabia)

Geological land surface classification (Nevada, USA)

Detailed Site and Feasibility Assessment for Sustainable Mining

Pixxel’s imaging satellites capture data with daily revisit rates across a wide swath, supporting mineral exploration and site assessment in expansive areas.
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Capturing hyperspectral imagery over potential mining sites enables decision-makers to identify mineral reserves and assess their feasibility. This also provides continued tracking at scale for any threats to the site and the surrounding natural environment.

Precision-Optimised Threat Detection and Solutions

Pixxel’s hyperspectral imaging technology captures data across 250+ spectral bands, enabling precise detection of threats to mining sites.
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Hyperspectral technology creates detailed habitat maps around mining areas, detecting environmental threats across vast regions. This capability reduces costs, optimally allocates resources, and improves environmental compliance. Additionally, it helps ecosystem regeneration, minimising environmental impacts and promoting responsible mining practices.

Advanced Vegetation Health and Habitat Mapping

Pixxel’s hyperspectral imaging provides 50X more information than conventional satellites, making it essential for habitat mapping and vegetation studies.
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Hyperspectral data facilitates specific biodiversity preservation, monitoring of vegetative health, and detection of leakages and potential environmental impacts. This assists in the implementation of environmentally conscious mining processes and regulatory adherence.

Comprehensive Mine closure and Site Remediation

Pixxel’s 5-metre spatial resolution imagery supplies data throughout the mining process, from exploration to decommissioning.

Monitor water quality parameters like heavy metal concentrations, pH , and turbidity.
Identify contamination sources, including leaching from abandoned mine lands and tailing dam seepage.
Develop remediation strategies for abandoned mines and mitigate tailing dam leaching.
Establish early warning systems.

TRANSFORM YOUR MINING OPERATIONS

WITH PIXXEL

Explore Pixxel’s tailored hyperspectral solutions and its ability to deliver rapid and direct data about the Earth’s surface. Discover how Pixxel’s technology can foster ecological practices and guarantee a resilient future for your mining business.

Contact us to learn more and take the next step towards building robust mining practices.

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QUICK & DIRECT DATA ABOUT THE EARTH'S SURFACE