FragMetriX

Automatic 3D Fragmentation Analysis from Drone Imagery

Provides fully automated particle size distribution analysis of fragmented rock using photogrammetric 3D models, enabling accurate and reproducible fragmentation assessment for mining, quarrying, tunneling, and civil engineering applications. 

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FragMetriX

Automatic 3D Fragmentation Analysis from Drone Imagery

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Fully Automated Fragmentation Analysis 

Analyze entire muck pile surfaces automatically using advanced 3D spatial and 2D image analysis. Generate detailed particle size distributions, passing values, and fragmentation statistics through a highly automated workflow with minimal manual interaction. 

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FragMetriX

Fully Automated Fragmentation Analysis 

Analyze entire muck pile surfaces automatically using advanced 3D spatial and 2D image analysis. Generate detailed particle size distributions, passing values, and fragmentation statistics through a highly automated workflow with minimal manual interaction. 

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High-Fidelity 3D Fragment Measurement 

Combine photogrammetric 3D models with image-based analysis to accurately identify fragment boundaries and determine particle sizes across the entire visible surface. Capture hundreds of thousands of measurements from aerial or terrestrial imagery to produce representative and reproducible fragmentation assessments. 

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High-Fidelity 3D Fragment Measurement 

Combine photogrammetric 3D models with image-based analysis to accurately identify fragment boundaries and determine particle sizes across the entire visible surface. Capture hundreds of thousands of measurements from aerial or terrestrial imagery to produce representative and reproducible fragmentation assessments. 

Instant Visualization & Quality Control

Visualize fragmentation results directly on 3D models with color-coded particle delineation and detailed particle size distribution plots. Generate reproducible reports, export statistical data, and gain immediate insight into fragmentation quality for operational decision-making and continuous improvement. 

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Instant Visualization & Quality Control

Visualize fragmentation results directly on 3D models with color-coded particle delineation and detailed particle size distribution plots. Generate reproducible reports, export statistical data, and gain immediate insight into fragmentation quality for operational decision-making and continuous improvement. 

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FragMetriX Across Applications

  • Quarry & Open Pit Mining
  • Underground Mining
  • Dams & Riprap Quality Control
  • Natural Hazards & Debris Assessment

Quarry & Open Pit Mining

Perform full-surface fragmentation analysis of blasted rock using drone imagery and photogrammetric 3D models. Quantify particle size distributions across entire muck piles to support blast optimization, improve crusher feed consistency, reduce secondary breakage, and enhance operational efficiency. 

Quarry & Open Pit Mining

Underground Mining

Analyze fragmentation in underground drawpoints, stopes, and muck piles using contact-free photogrammetric workflows. Generate objective and repeatable particle size distribution data to support production monitoring, blast performance evaluation, and continuous optimization of underground blasting operations.

Underground Mining

Dams & Riprap Quality Control

Automatically determine rock block size distributions for riprap installations, embankments, and dam protection layers. Verify compliance with design specifications, monitor asset conditions over time, and support documentation and quality assurance programs through objective, repeatable measurements. 

Dams & Riprap Quality Control

Natural Hazards & Debris Assessment

Utilize UAV-based photogrammetry to safely capture and analyze debris cones, rockfall deposits, and other hazardous rock accumulations. Generate accurate particle size distribution information without exposing personnel to unstable ground conditions. 

Natural Hazards & Debris Assessment

FragMetriX Seamlessly Integrates With

  • ShapeMetriX
  • BlastMetriX

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Utilize high-resolution 3D models generated in ShapeMetriX directly within FragMetriX to perform automated fragmentation analysis. Combine geological mapping, rock mass characterization, and fragmentation assessment within a unified photogrammetric workflow.

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Integrate fragmentation results directly into blast optimization workflows. Compare blast designs with measured fragmentation outcomes to evaluate performance, support quality control, and continuously improve drilling and blasting practices. 

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The Latest Features

  • Dedicated Blast & Riprap Analysis Modes

    Utilize specialized computational modes optimized for different fragmentation scenarios. Blast Mode supports broad particle size distributions typical of production blasting, while Riprap Mode is designed for more uniform rock size distributions used in civil engineering applications. 

  • Advanced PSD Analysis & Distribution Models

    Generate particle size distribution plots with histogram controls, customizable passing values, and best-fit fragmentation models, including Rosin-Rammler and Swebrec distributions. Export plots and statistical results for reporting and downstream analysis. 

  • Region of Interest [ROI] Analysis

    Restrict fragmentation analysis to user-defined regions of interest to focus on specific blast zones or exclude irrelevant surfaces. Improve analytical precision and workflow flexibility while maintaining a highly automated fragmentation workflow.

Dedicated Blast & Riprap Analysis Modes
Advanced PSD Analysis & Distribution Models
Region of Interest (ROI) Analysis

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