Network Design and Seismic Monitoring

The design of a seismic network is crucial for the success of a project, whether it involves a permanent network for identifying local and regional earthquakes or a dense temporary network for detecting very small earthquakes resulting from minute stress changes underground. At Mahan Geophysical Consulting, we offer a range of services tailored to meet specific needs:

• Assessment of seismic sensors for each application: We evaluate and recommend suitable seismic sensors based on the requirements of the project, considering factors such as sensitivity, frequency response, and environmental conditions.
• Noise test analysis for site selection: We conduct noise testing to assess the ambient noise levels at potential site locations, aiding in the selection of optimal sites for seismic stations.
• Minimum detectable magnitude maps: We generate maps that depict the minimum magnitude of earthquakes that can be reliably detected by the seismic network, providing insights into the network's sensitivity and coverage.
• Hypocentral uncertainty maps: Our services include generating maps that illustrate the uncertainty associated with earthquake locations, helping to assess the precision and reliability of earthquake location determinations.
• Seismic monitoring and reporting: We offer comprehensive seismic monitoring services, including earthquake location, magnitude estimation, focal mechanism, and ground motion analysis.