Demonstration of MetalMapper Static Data Acquisition and Data Analysis at Pole Mountain Target and Maneuver Area

MR-201157

Demonstration Summary

This project seeks to fully transition MetalMapper, an advanced survey instrument designed specifically for unexploded ordnance (UXO) detection and discrimination that was developed with ESTCP support, to a large-scale production firm. As part of the live site demonstrations, Parsons will learn how to operate the system in a survey or cued mode and train its analysts to interpret the subsequent data. Significant cost savings may be achieved through the use of advanced geophysical discrimination methods and sensors that reduce the number of excavations required to remove explosive hazards from contaminated sites.

Back to Top

Technology Description

Geometrics' MetalMapper is an advanced time domain electromagnetic (TEM) system. The system uses a three-component TEM transmitter and seven tri-axial receivers to characterize each target. The high quality data acquired is processed to produce three-axis polarizability curves, which are then used to describe a buried object of potential concern. These curves can be processed using automated neural network and libraries of polarizability curves from known objects to predict whether a buried object is an item of concern or harmless clutter.

Back to Top

Project Documents

Points of Contact

Principal Investigator

Mr. Greg Van

Parsons

Phone: 720-480-6760

Fax: 303-831-8208

Program Manager

Munitions Response

SERDP and ESTCP

Project Documents

Document Types

  • Fact Sheet - Brief project summary with links to related documents and points of contact.
  • Final Report - Comprehensive report for every completed SERDP and ESTCP project that contains all technical results.
  • Cost & Performance Report - Overview of ESTCP demonstration activities, results, and conclusions, standardized to facilitate implementation decisions.
  • Technical Report - Additional interim reports, laboratory reports, demonstration reports, and technology survey reports.
  • Guidance - Instructional information on technical topics such as protocols and user’s guides.
  • Workshop Report - Summary of workshop discussion and findings.
  • Multimedia - On demand videos, animations, and webcasts highlighting featured initiatives or technologies.
  • Model/Software - Computer programs and applications available for download.
  • Database - Digitally organized collection of data available to search and access.