Home News A World First for Xcalibur Smart Mapping: 3D Hydrogen Plume Mapping with Quantum Raman Spectrometer Last news 3 MIN. READ 3D Hydrogen Plume Mapping with Quantum Raman Spectrometer SHARE Xcalibur Smart Mapping’s R&D team, led by Andrew Lockwood, has successfully mapped a hydrogen plume in 3D using our Quantum Raman Spectrometer. While conducted in a laboratory environment, this represents a significant step forward in remote hydrogen detection and mapping. 3D Atmospheric Hydrogen Concentration (values are volume fraction – max is ~3%) Note : Effect of air conditioner blowing air from right to left Traditional methods for measuring hydrogen Traditional methods for measuring hydrogen, such as electrochemical sensors, require direct gas sampling. In contrast, our Raman Spectrometer prototype detects hydrogen remotely, offering a more efficient approach. This capability is especially relevant for field applications, where direct sampling is often impractical. H2 Gas dispersion model showing concentration in log base 10 PPM at an altitude of 60m with a gr Importance of Hydrogen Dispersion Understanding Hydrogen dispersion in the atmosphere is not yet fully characterised. Our team has developed theoretical models to better understand how hydrogen disperses under different conditions. This is a key step in interpreting airborne data and accurately pinpointing hydrogen sources during real-world surveys. The Mali Natural Hydrogen Borefield < SEE PREVIOUS NEW SEE NEXT NEW > < > Related news Announcements Last news Egypt launches first nationwide airborne mineral survey in 42 years with Xcalibur Smart Mapping VOIR PLUS> Announcements I+D Last news Cloudline and Xcalibur Smart Mapping to trial airship‑based Raman LiDAR for airborne gas concentration mapping VOIR PLUS> Announcements Last news Xcalibur Smart Mapping advances GREENMETALS MAPPING to strengthen Europe’s strategic autonomy in critical raw materials VOIR PLUS> Announcements Last news Key takeaways from PDAC 2026 VOIR PLUS> Announcements Last news Xcalibur Smart Mapping acquires EMerald Geomodelling to enter infrastructure market and expand capabilities VOIR PLUS> Last news XENAI – The AI data platform for Earth Intelligence VOIR PLUS> Last news Kazakhstan Chamber of Mines Participated in the 2nd International Mining and Metallurgy Forum in Tajikistan VOIR PLUS> Last news DRC and Xcalibur Smart Mapping Launch One of Africa’s Most Ambitious Airborne Geophysical Mapping Programs VOIR PLUS> Last news Pre-UNGA Week: Xcalibur Smart Mapping at the First COP30 Event in Madrid VOIR PLUS> Contact us. FILL THE FORM
SHARE Xcalibur Smart Mapping’s R&D team, led by Andrew Lockwood, has successfully mapped a hydrogen plume in 3D using our Quantum Raman Spectrometer. While conducted in a laboratory environment, this represents a significant step forward in remote hydrogen detection and mapping. 3D Atmospheric Hydrogen Concentration (values are volume fraction – max is ~3%) Note : Effect of air conditioner blowing air from right to left Traditional methods for measuring hydrogen Traditional methods for measuring hydrogen, such as electrochemical sensors, require direct gas sampling. In contrast, our Raman Spectrometer prototype detects hydrogen remotely, offering a more efficient approach. This capability is especially relevant for field applications, where direct sampling is often impractical. H2 Gas dispersion model showing concentration in log base 10 PPM at an altitude of 60m with a gr Importance of Hydrogen Dispersion Understanding Hydrogen dispersion in the atmosphere is not yet fully characterised. Our team has developed theoretical models to better understand how hydrogen disperses under different conditions. This is a key step in interpreting airborne data and accurately pinpointing hydrogen sources during real-world surveys. The Mali Natural Hydrogen Borefield
Xcalibur Smart Mapping’s R&D team, led by Andrew Lockwood, has successfully mapped a hydrogen plume in 3D using our Quantum Raman Spectrometer. While conducted in a laboratory environment, this represents a significant step forward in remote hydrogen detection and mapping. 3D Atmospheric Hydrogen Concentration (values are volume fraction – max is ~3%) Note : Effect of air conditioner blowing air from right to left Traditional methods for measuring hydrogen Traditional methods for measuring hydrogen, such as electrochemical sensors, require direct gas sampling. In contrast, our Raman Spectrometer prototype detects hydrogen remotely, offering a more efficient approach. This capability is especially relevant for field applications, where direct sampling is often impractical. H2 Gas dispersion model showing concentration in log base 10 PPM at an altitude of 60m with a gr Importance of Hydrogen Dispersion Understanding Hydrogen dispersion in the atmosphere is not yet fully characterised. Our team has developed theoretical models to better understand how hydrogen disperses under different conditions. This is a key step in interpreting airborne data and accurately pinpointing hydrogen sources during real-world surveys. The Mali Natural Hydrogen Borefield