Your Challenges

Challenge 4: Estimating Mine Life with Photogrammetry

One number can shift millions. Rekon helped LHC estimate remaining mine life, that too, safely, accurately, and without interrupting production.

The Problem

Knowing how much material remains in a mine is critical for planning. LHC needed accurate volume comparisons between current conditions and their mine design.

The Rekon Solution

We used drone photogrammetry to map the entire pit, delivering fast, reliable data that helped estimate remaining mine life, without interrupting operations.

Understanding the Site First

With no trees or surface obstructions, the open excavation site was ideal for photogrammetry. We confirmed conditions on the ground and tailored the mission for optimal coverage and accuracy.

Targeted Flight, Accurate Results

Performed ground control survey
Flew a high-resolution photogrammetry mission
Captured clean topographic data for comparison
Processed data and calculated remaining volume using design surface

Deliverables That Informed Planning

Volume Measurement Report (PDF)
LAZ, DEM, DSM, contours, orthophotos
Online Propeller viewer for cross-team access
Zoom call to review volume measurements live with client

The Long-Term Impact

[✓] Clear estimate of remaining mine life
[✓] Production planning made faster and easier
[✓] Cost and time savings over traditional surveys
[✓] No exposure to on-site risks during data capture

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