Magnetometry

Measures the ambient magnetic field strength. Effective for detecting features with magnetic contrast from the surrounding soil, including burnt features, pits and ditches.
Aerial view of a field survey

Magnetometry measures the ambient magnetic field strength. One of the primary methods of archaeological geophysics in the UK, this technique is effective for detecting features with magnetic contrast from the surrounding soil, such as burnt features, pits and ditches.

Magnitude Surveys uses a bespoke modular multi-sensor system which can be quickly configured between hand-pulled cart, motorised cart, and hand-carried modes, ensuring maximum efficiency and flexibility across changing survey environments, all while maintaining consistently high data quality. The system incorporates the latest in fluxgate sensor technology to provide higher sensitivity and additional data outputs, leading to more detailed visualisations and higher confidence in interpretation.

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Magnetic Susceptibility

Measures the ease with which a material can be magnetised. Effective for detecting features with magnetic contrast from the surrounding soil, including burnt features, pits, ditches, and intra-site activity zones.

Multispectral Imaging

Primarily used in precision agriculture, environmental surveys and forestry, this specialised sensor can also detect cropmarks caused by archaeological and other subsurface features.

Electromagnetic Conductivity (EM)

Measures the ease of which current flow can be induced in material. Effective for detecting conductive features, such as geomorphology and subsurface landforms, ditches and earthworks.

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