: Multimodal Airborne Quantum Sensor InstruMent for sustAinable expLoration -- MAQSIMAL
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Coordinator | Luossavaara-Kiirunavaara AB - LKAB Luossavaara-Kiirunavaara AB |
Funding from Vinnova | SEK 225 600 |
Project duration | April 2024 - March 2027 |
Status | Ongoing |
Venture | ERA-MIN 3 |
Purpose and goal
** Denna text är maskinöversatt ** The MAQSIMAL project is dedicated to developing geophysical exploration techniques to ensure a sustainable supply of critical raw materials (CRM) essential to modern society. The project introduces an innovative multimodal exploration tool based on superconducting quantum intervention devices (SQUIDs) for increased precision and resolution.MAQSIMAL´s innovation promises to significantly increase the depth and efficiency of resource exploration and reduce the need for costly drilling programs.
Expected effects and result
** Denna text är maskinöversatt ** MAQSIMAL´s innovation promises to significantly increase the depth and efficiency of resource exploration and reduce the need for costly drilling programs. The project promotes responsible mining practices and social awareness while providing a competitive advantage to the European mining industry in terms of sustainable and carbon efficient technologies
Planned approach and implementation
** Denna text är maskinöversatt ** The MAQSIMAL project is innovative and comprehensive, focusing on improving exploratory methods for CRMs with sustainability in mind.It develops advanced instruments, such as quantum magnetometers, and creates software tools for efficient data analysis. Through collaboration between industry and academia, the project aims to ensure reliable and efficient methods for mining exploration and production. Evaluation of the project´s performance takes place in Sweden and Portugal to support natural resource industry and promote economic growth