Publication Name: AEGC 2021
Authors: Pavel Golodoniuc, Januka Attanayake, Abraham Jones, Samuel Bradley
Date Published: September 2021
Number of Pages: 6
Abstract:
To detect and locate earthquakes effectively and accurately, seismologists must design and install a network of seismometers that can capture small seismic signals originating in the sub-surface. A major challenge when deploying an array of seismometers is predicting the smallest earthquake that could be detected and located by that network. Varying the number of seismometers and the geometry of the network significantly affect network sensitivity to detectable minimum magnitudes and location precision, both of which are important for meeting seismic monitoring targets. For seismic monitoring to be cost effective, it is necessary to optimise network design before deploying seismometers in the field.