Drone use in Mining

From surveying to stockpile management, here’s how drones are used in mining

By Ben Gross

Drones in Mining

From surveying to mapping to managing stockpiles, drones are used in mining in a number of ways. Let’s look at the different ways at how drones are being used in mining.

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Drone surveying and mapping

Drones and aerial photography can be used to identify pockets of elements and minerals before digging begins. Drones can also carry out underground surveys in areas which humans can’t enter.

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Road haulage optimization with drones

Drones can monitor road conditions and provide data necessary for engineers to plan and carry out maintenance and construction.

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Managing stockpiles with drones

Drones can be used to model inventory levels, allowing mining companies to track stockpile movements and changes, validating subcontractor transactions and financial statements.

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