Which geophysical methods do I need for geotechnical applications?

Arguably, the most common geophysical methods for geotechnical applications are GPR, resistivity and seismics. In most situations, especially for complex…

I have an EM locator. Do I need a GPR as well?

EM Locators (EML, electromagnetic pipe & cable locators) is a universal technology for locating and tracing buried utility lines. As…

What is the footprint of a GPR?  

The footprint of a GPR describes the radiation pattern form, emitted by a GPR antenna. The size and shape of…

What is an electrode test?

An electrode test, or electrode contact test, is a feature on the ABEM Terrameter LS2 which checks the quality of…

What is Geophysics?

Geophysics is the physics of the Earth, but it has developed into a field with much broader implications. Geophysicists use…

Can I combine resistivity and GPR for bedrock mapping?

Yes, resistivity and GPR make an excellent pairing and together will often provide a more complete visualization of the bedrock depth…

Can I do TEM measurements in urban areas?  

TEM measurements are not possible in urban areas due to the numerous sources of electromagnetic noise that are present.   TEM…

What is TEM?  

TEM stands for Transient Electromagnetic and is sometimes referred to as TDEM (Time-Domain Electromagnetic). It is a measurement technique which…

What is HDR?

HDR stands for High Dynamic Range and is a term used for GPR equipment with the ability to record extreme…

What is a drone GPR?

A drone GPR is a ground penetrating radar antenna mounted on a drone. Most often you have a specially developed…