Top 10 QGIS Plugins for Geology & Mineral Exploration (2026)
Top 10 Essential QGIS Plugins for Mineral Exploration Geologists
1.Semi-Automatic Classification Plugin (SCP)
Crucial for downloading and processing Sentinel-2, Landsat, and ASTER imagery directly within the...
Rio Tinto and Glencore Call Off $260B Merger: Summary and Market Implications
Process Overview and Timeline
January 2026 Developments: According to regulatory filings and initial reports by Reuters on January 8, 2026, Rio Tinto and Glencore confirmed...
Geochemical Anomaly: The Critical Role of Geological Mapping in Stream Sediment and Soil Exploration
Identifying a geochemical anomaly is the fundamental goal of mineral exploration, a complex, multidisciplinary science heavily reliant on detecting the "unseen." At the heart...
Advanced Mineral Exploration: Mapping Hydrothermal Alteration Zones Using Multispectral Drone Imagery
Introduction: The Shift from Satellite to Drone-Based Exploration
The use of multispectral drone imagery has completely revolutionized advanced mineral exploration and alteration mapping.For decades, resource...
LiDAR-Based 3D Ore Vein Modeling in Underground Mining
Introduction: The Evolution of Underground Face Mapping
Traditionally, underground face mapping has been a time-consuming process, relying on manual sketches and tape measures. However, integrating...