Geophysics & GPR

BHATE Geosciences brings together over four decades of geophysics data acquisition and processing leadership with a clear focus on our clients’ needs. We back our experience and knowledge with state-of-the-art technology, staff training and a broad range of geophysic services.

Geophysical exploration is conducted to supplement and enhance geotechnical data. 3-D models can be created using a combination of field exploration and subsurface geophysical mapping for site characterization of the geological structure, groundwater and underground manmade conditions.

BHATE specializes in the following geophysical methods:

Ground penetrating radar (GPR) – Read more about GPR and how BHATE was first in Alabama to use this new technology to locate subsurface items such as utilities, underground storage tanks and voids
Seismic refraction, seismic reflection, MASW (Seismic refraction investigates the subsurface by generating arrival time and offset distance information)
Electrical resistivity – response of the earth to induced electrical current
Microgravity surveys to detect sub-surface cavities or changes in sub-surface density

BHATE uses geophysics, structural condition evaluation of buildings, infrastructure assessment for roads, bridges and runways and other applications to provide engineering solutions that are:

Non-destructive – ideal for use in populated areas or structures in active use with minimal disruption
Cost-effective – geophysics does not require excavation or direct access to subsurface except for subsequent localized validation of findings It provides a means of evaluating large areas rapidly
Comprehensive – combinations of methods can provide the means of applying different techniques to solve complex problems
Proven – the majority of techniques have been in existence for more than a half-century