Applied structural geology
Modelling structural evolution
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For mineral exploration and mining
Optimising efforts at all stages and at a range of scales: from regional fault framework context for greenfield exploration to constructing mine-scale fracture models. Improving understanding of mineral systems, with models of the present-day geometry and geometries at key moments back in time. 2D, 3D and 4D models that are predictive in areas without direct observations (yet).
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For underground storage and sequestration
Providing geometrically valid and geologically sound models for characterization of the subsurface. Minimising interpretation uncertainty, connecting data using structural geological principles. Creating maps, sections and 3D models of key horizons and fault zones, quantifying volumes. Undertaking field studies to test and ground-truth interpretation scenarios.
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For geothermal energy exploration and design
Informing site selection. Providing geologically sound and geometrically valid 2D and 3D models of the key components of a successful system - whether targeting permeable layers in fault-bounded blocks, or relying on secondary porosity and permeability in fault zones and fractured basement. Quantifying burial histories and compaction. Ranking slip-tendency form regional on fault segments
Applied Structural Geology
A kinematic approach - modelling structural evolution
Delivering internally consistent and geometrically valid geological framework models. These models are the basis for optimising efforts and minimising uncertainty and risk in both exploration and resource development. Valid models of the present-day geometry, combined with an understanding and quantification of how and when structures and geometries evolved with respect to the evolution of the system, whether it is a petroleum, a mineral or a geothermal sytem, are fundamental.
Providing geometrically valid and geologically sound framework models and optimising their use
by incorporating the 4th dimension: Time
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Why 4DGeo?
Armelle Kloppenburg has over 25 years of experience in delivering structural geological interpretations and constraints across sectors, worldwide. She combines classic structural principles with innovative kinematic techniques, using software with algorithms that mimic rock deformation through time. She enjoys working with students, academics, and professionals, alike. She has worked in extensional, contractional, and strike-slip settings, throughout sedimentary, metamorphic, igneous and salt-rich terrains, across the globe. Based in The Hague, The Netherlands, but with a global reach and a wide-spread curiosity.
