3D Inversion and Interpretation of Airborne Multiphysics Data for Targeting Porphyry System, Flammefjeld, Greenland

The exploration of porphyry deposits in Greenland has become increasingly important due to their significant economic potential. We utilized total magnetic intensity (TMI) and mobile magnetotelluric (MobileMT) airborne data to delineate potential porphyry mineralization zones. The TMI method was employed to map variations in the Earth’s magnetic field caused by subsurface geological features, including mineral deposits. By analyzing anomalies in TMI data, potential porphyry targets were identified based on characteristic magnetic signatures associated with mineralized zones. Complementing TMI data, MT airborne surveys provided valuable insights into the electrical conductivity structure of the subsurface. Porphyry deposits exhibited distinct conductivity signatures due to the presence of disseminated sulfide minerals, aiding in their identification and delineation. Integration of the TMI and MobileMT datasets allowed for a comprehensive assessment of porphyry exploration targets in Flammefjeld. The combined approach facilitates the identification of prospective areas with enhanced geological potential, optimizing resource allocation and exploration efforts. Overall, this study demonstrates the efficacy of integrating TMI and MobileMT airborne data for porphyry exploration in Greenland, offering valuable insights for mineral exploration and resource development in the region.

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Minerals
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2024-11-08
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https://doi.org/10.3390/min14111130
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Methane Hydrates and Related Phenomena
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3D Inversion and Interpretation of Airborne Multiphysics Data for Targeting Porphyry System, Flammefjeld, Greenland

H. Sabra, Michael R. Jorgensen, Leif H. Cox, Michael S. Zhdanov et al.
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3D Inversion and Interpretation of Airborne Multiphysics Data for Targeting Porphyry System, Flammefjeld, Greenland

H. Sabra, Michael R. Jorgensen, Leif H. Cox, Michael S. Zhdanov, Alexander Prikhodko, Alex Gribenko
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Abstract

The exploration of porphyry deposits in Greenland has become increasingly important due to their significant economic potential. We utilized total magnetic intensity (TMI) and mobile magnetotelluric (MobileMT) airborne data to delineate potential porphyry mineralization zones. The TMI method was employed to map variations in the Earth’s magnetic field caused by subsurface geological features, including mineral deposits. By analyzing anomalies in TMI data, potential porphyry targets were identified based on characteristic magnetic signatures associated with mineralized zones. Complementing TMI data, MT airborne surveys provided valuable insights into the electrical conductivity structure of the subsurface. Porphyry deposits exhibited distinct conductivity signatures due to the presence of disseminated sulfide minerals, aiding in their identification and delineation. Integration of the TMI and MobileMT datasets allowed for a comprehensive assessment of porphyry exploration targets in Flammefjeld. The combined approach facilitates the identification of prospective areas with enhanced geological potential, optimizing resource allocation and exploration efforts. Overall, this study demonstrates the efficacy of integrating TMI and MobileMT airborne data for porphyry exploration in Greenland, offering valuable insights for mineral exploration and resource development in the region.

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3D Inversion and Interpretation of Airborne Multiphysics Data for Targeting Porphyry System, Flammefjeld, Greenland — H. Sabra, Michael R. Jorgensen, et al. · Minerals (2024) | TGRS Research Map | TGRS