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Proactive disclosure Print version | Northern Resources Development Program Resource Identification Through Remote Predictive Mapping (RPM)
Maps and their derivatives are the cornerstones of understanding and advancing the geological knowledge base of an area. Advances in the acquisition, processing and dissemination of remotely sensed data has enabled the production of readily accessible maps useful for the assessment of an area's resource potential by industry and community members alike.
The Resource Identification Through Remote Predictive Mapping-RPM project is a pan-North initiative tightly linked to the other NRD projects, and utilizes remotely sensed data in order to focus field efforts in the north, extend coverage, and maximize mapping impact. Through a range of remotely sensed data, project contributions will include the production of maps that are digital, quantitative, predictive, testable, and cover significant areas. As well, the project will coordinate the production of resource potential maps for each of the NRD project areas. A major objective of the project is to develop and implement an economically viable strategy for upgrading geoscience knowledge in the north through the use of remote sensing and Geographic Information System (GIS) techniques in order to focus and expand the influence of traditional mapping. This includes satellite (e.g., RADARSAT, LANDSAT, ASTER, Hyperion), airborne systems (e.g., magnetics and radiometrics), and deep probing ground geophysical surveys (seismic and magneto-telluric).
Project Priorities
Project Partners:
Industry Diamond Mantle Reservoir Study-MDR For More Information: Don Desnoyers
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