Mineral Exporation
Exploration methods and concepts.
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Decoding the JORC Code: An Overview for Investors
Mining company press releases and investor reports often state that their mineral resource and reserve estimates are “JORC compliant”, but…
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Aerial Drones in Mineral Exploration
Introduction The Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV or “drone”) industry is evolving at breakneck speed, and it is often difficult for…
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Adapting Petroleum Geophysics for Mineral Exploration
Over the past decade, there have been increased activities around mineral exploration and production. International Organizing Committee for the World…
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The Nugget Effect. What is it, and how to recognize it.
One of the first things to recognize in the mining industry, is that all that glitters may not be gold.…
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What is cut-off grade? An introduction to overlooked yet critical concept in mining and resource investing.
A company covered by this site in the past has released a new resource. It was: 281,059 AuEq oz in the…
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Open Source Data and the Future of Mineral Exploration
As a former database manager of a junior exploration company, I have had the run-down of how data should be…
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Hunting for Giants: An Introduction to ZTEM Surveys in Mineral Exploration
Overview It may just look like an enormous, flying spider web towed behind a helicopter, but the ZTEM airborne geophysical…
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Downhole Geophysics in Mineral Exploration
Overview During early exploration, particularly in ‘greenfield’ areas away from mines or known mineralisation, very little information is known about…
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How Important is a Social License to Operate?
Community engagement is no longer optional for junior explorers. Earning your social license to operate is as important as any…
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Mineral Rights in Canada: Staking your Claim
While in most countries individuals may own land, the mineral rights for that land – including the ownership of any…
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