Ground penetrating radar was originally invented in the 1920s with the aim of discovering hidden objects underground, although it didn’t take off until the 1970s when the US Military began investigating the use of ground penetrating radar to find mines, buried weapons caches, tunnels, and other strategically important underground structures. However, the demand for technology to map what is underground …
Ground Penetrating Radar FAQ: Answers to Common Questions About GPR Technology
What is Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR)? Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) is a technology that utilizes radar pulses to create images of subsurface structures. It is commonly referred to as GPR, ground radar, georadar, or ground probing radar. How does Ground Penetrating Radar work? Ground Penetrating Radar operates using a transmitting antenna that emits electromagnetic waves into the ground. These waves …
5 Ways to Use Infrared Thermography and GPR Services for Home Maintenance
Thermography is the simplest way to find utility lines before you dig on your property, but this innovate technology is also suitable for a range of other applications. As part of your regular home maintenance, infrared thermography and GRP technology alerts you to problems like improperly sealed windows and water leaks. With regular inspections using this technology, you can enjoy …
Environmental Remediation With GPR
With EPA regulations and local and state requirements to assess and repair below-ground hazards, using ground penetrating radar (GPR) for environmental remediation be a critical tool for finding and assessing the unseen. Since GPR is non-destructive, it can be used in a variety of inspection phases to determine whether there are hidden environmental hazards. Whether it is a commercial development …
Why Fracking and Ground Penetrating Radar Are Vital for Property Owners
Why Fracking and Ground Penetrating Radar Are Vital for Property Owners? When you are a homeowner or property owner, you may not be aware that fracking done far from the area you own property can affect you directly. However, there are key ways that state-of-the-art ground penetrating radar (GPR) services and infrared technology can save your current investment or help …