Fleet Space Enhances Mineral Exploration Capabilities with Exosphere Solution Deployment in Pakistan

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Fleet Space, an innovative Australian scaleup that set its footprint in Luxembourg in late 2022, recently made waves with the deployment of its Exosphere solution to aid in the search for copper resources in Pakistan. This development marks yet another significant step in the company's journey toward revolutionizing mineral exploration and extending its reach to celestial bodies, encompassing plans for lunar exploration.

Empowering Mineral Exploration in Pakistan

The Australian company announced on July 9, 2024, that it successfully deployed its cutting-edge mineral exploration solution, Exosphere, to support the copper exploration endeavors of mining corporation Barrick Gold at its Reko Diq project in Pakistan. Harnessing a network of low Earth orbit satellites, seismic sensors integrated with edge computing, and efficient data processing, the Exosphere solution is designed to generate powerful 3D subsurface maps of local groundwater systems and copper porphyry complexes. The scope of this deployment spans an area exceeding 1,150 square kilometers within the project site, as highlighted in the company's press release.

A notable attribute of this innovative solution is its utilization of AI-powered drill targeting, aimed at optimizing the efficiency of the exploration process while simultaneously minimizing environmental impact. By facilitating the rapid and safe identification of copper resources, Fleet Space's Exosphere solution is poised to revolutionize the landscape of mineral exploration.

Global Impact and Collaborative Endeavors

The significance of Fleet Space's endeavors extends far beyond the confines of Pakistan, resonating with the global imperative to secure access to rare earth resources, crucial for the attainment of a successful ecological and environmental transition. In light of the estimated $13 trillion worth of rare earth resources required for this transition, the contributions of companies like Fleet Space are instrumental in addressing this pressing need. To date, Fleet Space has secured contracts with more than 35 clients worldwide, collaborating with prominent entities such as Rio Tinto, Core Lithium, and GoldFields. Furthermore, the company has undertaken over 250 studies for mining exploration projects, underscoring its commitment to advancing the forefront of mineral exploration technologies.

Pioneering Technological Advancements and Lunar Exploration Initiatives

In line with its dedication to advancing technological frontiers, Fleet Space has successfully deployed its next-generation Centauri-6 satellite on SpaceX’s Bandwagon-1 mission, amplifying its constellation of satellites already in orbit. The Centauri-4 satellite set a remarkable precedent by attaining the distinction of being the world's smallest voice-controlled satellite, showcasing its push-to-talk (PTT) capabilities during the Australian Defence Force's Joint Capabilities Division's Ascend2Leo programme.

Continuing its trajectory of groundbreaking innovations, Fleet Space envisions broader horizons, as highlighted by its recent announcement of being awarded A$4 million from the Australian Space Agency for the seismic payload for interplanetary discovery, exploration, and research (Spider) project. This ambitious initiative, slated for 2026, entails the deployment of a three-part seismic station to the moon as part of a Nasa project, marking a pivotal leap in lunar subsurface exploration and research.

Original article: https://delano.lu/article/fleet-space-deploys-mineral-ex