SqueeSAR™ measures surface movement occurring at open pit mining sites.

The stability of slopes at actively worked open pit mines can be compromised by constant reworking and removal of support material. SqueeSAR™ can detect millimeter scale displacements over entire mine sites, highlighting instabilities that could jeopardize worker safety and mining operations.

Slope Stability
SqueeSAR™ can map surface displacement by identifying ground movement occurring on slope faces and surrounding surfaces. Regular acquisition of radar imagery allows surface movement to be monitored over time, providing early indications of potential slope collapse.

Surface deformation data can be integrated with ground based instrumentation to provide a more complete overview of mine stability.

Remote Monitoring
Radar satellite monitoring identifies natural and man-made targets already present on the ground to monitor surface displacement, requiring no ground-based instrumentation.

This technique is ideal for operations in inaccessible and unsafe areas.