Seismic scanning tunneling macroscope - Elastic simulations and Arizona mine test

  • S. M. Hanafy*
  • , G. T. Schuster
  • *Corresponding author for this work

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Abstract

Elastic seismic simulations and field data tests are used to validate the theory of a seismic scanning tunneling macroscope (SSTM). For nearfield elastic simulation, the SSTM results show superresolution to be better than λ/8 if the only scattered data are used as input data. If the direct P and S waves are muted then the resolution of the scatterer locations are within about λ/5. Seismic data collected in an Arizona tunnel showed a superresolution limit of at least λ/19. These test results are consistent with the theory of the SSTM and suggest that the SSTM can be a tool used by geophysicists as a probe for near-field scatterers.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication74th European Association of Geoscientists and Engineers Conference and Exhibition 2012 Incorporating SPE EUROPEC 2012
Subtitle of host publicationResponsibly Securing Natural Resources
PublisherEuropean Association of Geoscientists and Engineers, EAGE
Pages775-779
Number of pages5
ISBN (Electronic)9781629937908
StatePublished - 2012
Externally publishedYes

Publication series

Name74th European Association of Geoscientists and Engineers Conference and Exhibition 2012 Incorporating SPE EUROPEC 2012: Responsibly Securing Natural Resources

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Geochemistry and Petrology
  • Geotechnical Engineering and Engineering Geology

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