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LIBS PROTOTYPE BEGINS SIMULATED DOWNHOLE TESTING
The first real-time downhole assay prototype based on LIBS technology has reached the first stage of “real world” testing – analysis of a simulated drillhole in the lab based on real lithologies from the field.
MinEx CRC EDI Policy finalised
MinEx CRC is committed to growing and supporting an equitable, diverse and inclusive environment where everyone feels safe, valued, supported, and treated fairly with dignity and respect. The MinEx CRC Diversity and Inclusion Policy as endorsed by the Executive Management Committee in May 2022 and is available to download below. Download the MinEx CRC EDI Policy here.
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FIRST LIBS PROTOTYPE BEGINS SIMULATED DOWNHOLE TESTING
The first real-time downhole assay prototype based on LIBS technology has reached the first stage of “real world” testing – analysis of a simulated drillhole in the lab based on real lithologies from the field. The very ambitious aim of developing a novel, real-time downhole elemental analyser has reached an important milestone – actual testing…
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2022 Q1 VNEWS EPISODE
The latest episode of the MinExCRC quarterly vNews is now available to view. This edition features the following technical highlights for the 2022 Q1 period: 1) First LIBS prototype begins simulated downhole testing; and 2) Delamerian National Drilling Initiative project in collaboration with Department for Energy and Mining, South Australia. A big thanks to Steven Tassios (CSIRO), Neil Francis (CSIRO), Jessica Stromberg…
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PROGRAM 1: DRILLING TECHNOLOGIES
This Program will extend the capability of Coiled Tubing (CT) drilling so it can drill deeper, is steerable and delivers the highest quality sampling. Coiled tubing technology promises drilling at 1/5th the cost of conventional diamond drilling.