Density-driven imaging
Muon penetration and scattering are sensitive to material density, enabling maps that highlight contrasts and structures.
Muon tomography • Subsurface imaging • Mining exploration
See underground with cosmic-ray muons.
GroundBreak delivers density-based subsurface maps to reduce drilling uncertainty, improve safety, and accelerate exploration decisions — from near-surface to shallow-depth targets.
Non-invasive
No active radiation source
Actionable
Density contrasts → targets
Scalable
Modular deployments
Subsurface density map (illustrative)
Exploration
Geotechnical
Risk reduction
Physics-based imaging.
Cosmic muons provide always available, natural, passive probing. Your geology provides the context.
Built by particle-physics instrumentation expertise — bringing high-energy detector technology to real-world subsurface imaging.
From uncertainty to informed decisions
Traditional exploration often relies on sparse drilling and indirect geophysics. GroundBreak adds a direct density-sensitive measurement to constrain models and efficiently enhance your geological surveys.
Passive & non-invasive
No active radiation source and minimal site impact — suitable for sensitive environments and long monitoring campaigns.
Decision support
Integrate with your geological constraints and existing datasets to de-risk drilling and optimize survey strategy.
How it works
Three steps, designed to fit exploration workflows.
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1
Deploy detectors
Install modular muon detectors at selected positions underground, based on site constraints.
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2
Collect muon tracks
Cosmic muons pass through the target volume. Track statistics accumulate over time, enhancing image resolution.
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3
Reconstruct & interpret
We reconstruct density-related observables and provide maps, ready to enhance your geological analysis.
Use cases
Where muon tomography can add value quickly.
Targeting & resource delineation
- Identify density contrasts consistent with ore bodies or voids
- Constrain geometry before drilling
- Prioritize follow-up zones
Geotechnical & safety
- Map voids, fractured zones, and density anomalies
- Support risk assessment for excavation planning
- Enable monitoring campaigns over time
Why GroundBreak
Designed for practical deployments, not just demos.
Uncertainty included
We deliver results with uncertainty quantification so you can compare scenarios and plan next steps confidently.
Modular systems
Start small, scale deployments as needed. Hardware and analysis pipelines are designed for iteration.
Integration-ready
Outputs are easy to combine with geology, drill holes, and other geophysics — no “black box” handoff.
Want to evaluate feasibility on your site?
We can start from your geography, constraints, and targets, and propose a measurement plan.
Contact
Tell us about your site and goals. We’ll get back with next steps.
What to include
- Target type (ore body, voids, water, etc)
- Approx. Depth and Area
- Geological Information
- Access Constraints
- Desired Timeline
One-liner
GroundBreak uses cosmic-ray muon tomography to map subsurface density and support safer, faster mining exploration decisions.