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science-and-technology2 years ago•1 min saved

NASA's Modified U-2 Spy Plane Scours Desert for Strategic Minerals

NASA is utilizing its modified version of the Lockheed U-2 spy plane, called Earth Resources 2 (ER-2), to search for mineral resources in American deserts. The Geological Earth Mapping Experiment (GEMx) mission, conducted in collaboration with the United States Geological Survey (USGS), aims to identify vital strategic minerals necessary for electronics production. This high-altitude prospecting is crucial for ensuring a reliable supply of critical minerals to support the economy and national security of the United States.

via Interesting Engineering|

#earth-resources-2 #gemx-mission #lockheed-u-2

science-and-astronomy2 years ago•3 min saved

"NASA and USGS Collaborate to Map Strategic Minerals in Desert Regions"

NASA's ER-2 aircraft, based on the U-2 spy plane, are being used in the GEMx mission to locate strategic minerals in the American desert. The mission aims to increase the US's knowledge of critical minerals and reduce dependence on foreign supplies, particularly from China. Equipped with special sensors, the ER-2 flies at high altitudes, collecting hyperspectral images to identify potential mineral deposits. The Biden-Harris administration has prioritized expanding domestic mineral supply, and the GEMx project is expected to cost $16 million and continue until fall 2026.

via Space.com|

#er-2-aircraft #gemx-mission #minerals