Our technology

InSituMetrix is redefining underground stress measurement for geo-energy projects. Our breakthrough technology provides direct, high-precision measurements of minimum and maximum horizontal stresses, along with vertical stress calibration — even at depths of several kilometers.

Unlike conventional methods that rely on assumptions and invasive hydraulic fracturing, InSituMetrix delivers a comprehensive, real-world stress profile, enhancing safety, efficiency, and profitability across critical geo-energy sectors.

Understanding the challenges in Geo-energy projects

Successful geo-energy operations rely on an accurate understanding of underground stress — yet today's measurement methods are often incomplete and unreliable. This uncertainty leads to significant risks:

  • Induced seismicity

  • Unexpected fractures and fracture patterns

  • Wellbore instabilities

To compensate, operators adopt conservative operational strategies, such as lowering injection pressures in Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS), Underground Hydrogen Storage (UHS), and Deep Geothermal Energy projects.
While intended to reduce risk, these measures often result in:

  • Underutilization of reservoirs

  • Reduced project profitability and operational efficiency

Our Solution at InSituMetrix

InSituMetrix delivers the first fully direct, non-invasive solution to underground stress characterization.
Our technology overcomes the limitations of current approaches by providing:

  • Direct measurements of both minimum and maximum horizontal stresses

  • Reliable vertical stress calibration

  • Operation without hydraulic fracturing, minimizing borehole disturbance

By eliminating assumptions and improving stress modeling at depth, InSituMetrix empowers project operators to:

  • Safely increase injection pressures

  • Optimize reservoir utilization

  • Make confident, data-driven design and operational decisions

We are currently seeking industrial partners for our 2026–2027 deployment projects, offering a unique opportunity to advance stress characterization and improve the performance of geo-energy assets.

Insitumetrix works with Oil and Gas Reservoirs Geothermal Energy Underground Hydrogen Storage Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) Nuclear Waste Storage

  • Oil and Gas Reservoirs

  • Geothermal Energy

  • Underground Hydrogen Storage

  • Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS)

  • Nuclear Waste Storage

Latest Updates

Insitumetrix is now patented

17.01.25

InSituMetrix submits a patent

We are thrilled to announce that the InSituMetrix team has taken a significant step forward in our innovation journey by filing a patent for our groundbreaking deep stress measurement technology. We would like to extend special thanks to the EPFL Technology Transfer Office (TTO) and our patent attorney for their invaluable support in navigating the complexities of intellectual property protection and ensuring that our innovations stand on solid legal ground.