Subterranean Tunnel Detection

EnTech provides subsurface diagnostics that offer a dynamic view of underground infrastructure including hidden tunnels. Our stacking technologies create a comprehensive system that supplies our clients with timely and accurate information enabling them to make informed decisions.

Subterranean tunnel detection begins with an Infrared Energy Pattern Analysis (IR-EPA) investigation of the suspect areas. Our IR-EPA systems detect specific signature energy patterns created by underground anomalies caused by underground tunnels and other subsurface structures.

The IR-EPA investigation can be complimented with Light Detection and Ranging (LIDAR) for large aerial surveys. Sub-meter GPS accuracy ensures field crews can easily locate suspicious anomalies. Using this method, we can investigate large areas in a short amount of time (collecting up to 100 linear miles of data a day) and cut costs by targeting the areas that require further investigation.

Each investigation can be explored further by utilizing Second Generation Ground Penetrating Microwave Radar (GPR). GPR provides 3-D views of specific areas that require more detail than IR-EPA can provide. Additional information, such as composition, depth, and size of underground entities, can help clients better determine the situation.

For more information please click the technologies tab or contact us at info@entechworld.com or 636-207-0200.

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Visual image from a helicopter with annotations and IR-EPA data showing underground tunnels

THE PROJECT
A US Government Security Agency called EnTech for assistance because a large number of illegal aliens and drugs, using underground tunnels, were infiltrating America through a section of the U.S. - Mexican border. The objective was to identify and locate cross border tunnels.

OUR TECHNOLOGY
Our licensed Professional Engineers used aerial mounted Infrared Energy Pattern Analysis (IR-EPA) sensing equipment to identify the underground tunnels. This technology, combined with expert analysis, produced an all-inclusive report that enabled our client to quickly find the border tunnels.

THE PERSONALIZED SOLUTION
Our comprehensive and useful reports were produced in a timely manner, and presented in a format to enable our client to prioritize the problematic areas.

Our licensed Professional Engineers can help you evaluate, maintain and monitor your border.

EnTech utilizes patented and stacked proprietary non-invasive technologies and years of experience to locate underground tunnels with major cost savings when compared to typical detective work.

For more information about the technologies we use, see the Technologies page.