Kenex 3D Geological Modelling
With an established background in compilation and management of exploration data, as well as 2D mineral potential mapping for a range of mineralisation styles, adding 3D geological and mineral potential mapping services to Kenex's portfolio is a logical step forward.
3D geological and
mineral potential mapping are essential tools that can add significant
value to your business. Cost effective field exploration requires
thinking in a true 3D framework, as ore deposits are controlled by
inherently three-dimensional processes. 3D models are useful for
exploration targeting, by allowing spatial data modelling techniques to
be used in 3D, as well as for maximising the value of resource models
through integration of 3D geology into geostatistical estimates.
With new tools and techniques available and increased processing power
of computers, realistic geological models can be created at the scale of
the mineral system with all information recorded about geology,
geochemistry and the physical properties of the system in a block model.
Kenex can work with you to provide meaningful solutions tailored to the
specific needs of your exploration or mining venture. We use a variety
of tools including Leapfrog, GOCAD, MicroMine, ER Mapper, ArcGIS, and
MapInfo.
Kenex uses mineral potential mapping and geological modelling in 2D and
3D to select and manage our own exploration project portfolio, and can
therefore speak from experience of its benefits.
Key Benefits of 3D Geological Modelling:
- Display of all relevant exploration data in a 3D Platform
- Fully integrated and geometrically correct model of the 3D geology, particularly those hosting mineralisation
- Improve the understanding of the controls on mineralisation in 3D
- Improve resource definition by constraining and domaining geology effectively
- Ability to develop a range of statistically tested 3D predictive maps of main geological, geochemical and geophysical mineralisation controls
- Expand 2D mineral potential mapping techniques into the third dimension to predict drill targets at prospect scale and allow statistical prediction of extensions to mineralisation at mine scale
- Ability to work with multiple datasets, to evaluate previously identified targets and develop targets in areas not adequately explored
3D geological model provided to Mariana Resources for their Hot Maden project in Eastern Turkey
Key People:
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Greg PartingtonDIRECTOR |
Katie PetersCHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER |
Simon NielsenSENIOR GEOLOGIST |
Suzanne BergmanGEOLOGIST/GIS ANALYST |
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Key Projects:
![]() Bullabulling, WA Australia |
![]() Marymia, WA Australia |
![]() Tennant Creek, NT Australia |
![]() Chatham Rise, NZ |
![]() Au Models, Turkey |