Buried Object Detection

The unique MAPPEM technologies allows enlightening electromagnetic signatures corresponding to objects’ capacity to conduct electric current. In a homogeneous geological environment, objects have a very clear and easily distinguishable electromagnetic signature, often easier to detect than their acoustic signature. This electromagnetic visibility makes it possible to identify objects buried at a few meters below the seabed and turns MAPPEM techniques into a privileged means of detection and tracking of buried objects.

Using our proprietary “BODIES” data processing, the MAPPEM system can detect any metallic object, regardless of the type of metal (aluminum, titanium or copper alloys).

We can thus efficiently detect pipelines, cables and UXOs that are often difficult to locate, especially if their magnetization or ferromagnetic content is low or if the environment is masking them.

Applications

• Securing sites for offshore works (dredging, infrastructure construction, MRE) by detecting UXO or obstructions
• The buried cable tracking for MRE or telecommunications
• Pipeline tracking for Oil & Gas
• Underwater archaeology
• All maritime activities requiring the detection of anthropic objects.