Grants and Contributions:

Title:

Demonstrate the Value of Using Ground Penetrating Radar and LIDAR to Detect Mineral Grade Differences in a Tailings Pond

Agreement Number:

1014644

Agreement Value:

$44,716.00

Agreement Date:

Nov 22, 2023 - Mar 27, 2024

Description:

BMSI will deliver a unique resource definition project using advanced technology and ground-truthing techniques to improve mining efficiency. Multiple technologies and techniques will be used to interrogate a mine tailings pond to improve understanding of the distribution of targeted barium-rich tailings. LIDAR analysis (3D photogrammetry) will be used to create a surface elevation model and Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) will be used to survey the sub-surface (3-4 meters below ground). Those technologies will be measured against a traditional sampling regime, namely a Vibracore that will collect vertical tailings samples. This will help determine if LIDAR/GPR are effective tools for examining mine tailings deposits.

Organization:

National Research Council Canada

Expected Results:

The purpose of IRAP Contributions to Firms is to support research, development, adoption and/or adaptation of innovative or technology-driven new or improved products, services or processes in Canada up to their commercialization

Location:

St. John's, Newfoundland & Labrador, CA A1C 5W1

Reference Number:

172-2023-2024-Q4-1014644

Agreement Type:

Contribution

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Business Number:

823894738

Recipient Type:

For-profit organization

Recipient's Legal Name:

Barite Mud Services Inc.

Federal Riding Name:

St. John's East

Federal Riding Number:

10006

Program:

Industrial Research Assistance Program – Contributions to Firms

Program Purpose:

Coverage:

IRAP Contributions to Firms projects stimulate wealth creation for Canada through technological innovation.

NAICS Code:

212398