Our technology
InSituMetrix is developing direct in-situ stress measurement technology for deep subsurface applications.
The system builds on established stress-measurement principles and combines dedicated instrumentation, wireline deployment, and data analysis to reduce uncertainty in stress-state characterization at depth.
Method
We adapt the flat jacking method, traditionally used at the surface, for application at great depths — enabling direct, accurate, and comprehensive in-situ stress measurements in deep boreholes.
Measurement
Our solution employs advanced measurement protocols to maximize accuracy, reliability, and repeatability in stress-state data collection, even under extreme subsurface conditions.
Deployment
Wireline-based deployment enables the efficient use of our instruments in deep, narrow boreholes, minimizing operational complexity and cost while ensuring full access to critical stress zones.
Instrument
We design and engineer next-generation tools capable of operating at high depths and under extreme pressures, providing unmatched performance in challenging underground environments..
Data analysis
Our comprehensive data processing and analysis platform transforms raw measurements into precise, actionable stress information, overcoming the limitations of traditional, indirect methods.
Our solution
InSituMetrix enables the direct measurement of:
Maximum horizontal stress
Minimum horizontal stress
Vertical stress, providing real-time in-field calibration for superior accuracy
Unlike hydraulic fracturing techniques, our non-invasive technology captures stress-state information without causing any damage to the host rock, ensuring data integrity and preserving the geological environment.
Our roadmap