Elements Of 3d Seismology Third Edition

Author : Christopher L. Liner
Publisher : SEG Books
Page : 363 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2016-10-15
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781560803379

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Elements of 3D Seismology, third edition by Christopher L. Liner Pdf

Elements of 3D Seismology, third edition is a thorough introduction to the acquisition, processing, and interpretation of 3D seismic data. This third edition is a major update of the second edition. Sections dealing with interpretation have been greatly revised in accordance with improved understanding and availability of data and software. Practice exercises have been added, as well as a 3D seismic survey predesign exercise. Discussions include: conceptual and historical foundations of modern reflection seismology; an overview of seismic wave phenomena in acoustic, elastic, and porous media; acquisition principles for land and marine seismic surveys; methods used to create 2D and 3D seismic images from field data; concepts of dip moveout, prestack migration, and depth migration; concepts and limitations of 3D seismic interpretation for structure, stratigraphy, and rock property estimation; and the interpretation role of attributes, impedance estimation, and AVO. This book is intended as a general text on reflection seismology, including wave propagation, data acquisition, processing, and interpretation and will be of interest to entry-level geophysicists, experts in related fields (geology, petroleum engineering), and experienced geophysicists in one subfield wishing to learn about another (e.g., interpreters wanting to learn about seismic waves or data acquisition).

Author : Christopher L. Liner
Publisher : Pennwell Books
Page : 472 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : Science
ISBN : UOM:39015048956737

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Elements of 3-D Seismology by Christopher L. Liner Pdf

The author presents: 1-D and 2-D seismic concepts; historical and current 3-D shooting geometries; 3-D seismic survey pre-design techniques; concepts of seismic data processing, including migration and dip movement; and concepts and limitations of 3-D seismic interpretation for structure, stratigraphy, and rock properties."--BOOK JACKET.

Author : Christopher L. Liner,T. A. (Mac) McGilvery
Publisher : Springer
Page : 116 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2019-01-14
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783030039981

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The Art and Science of Seismic Interpretation by Christopher L. Liner,T. A. (Mac) McGilvery Pdf

This book demystifies that art and science of seismic interpretation for those with and without formal geophysical training. From geologists to managers and investors, The Art and Science of Seismic Interpretation is a guide to what seismic data is, how it is interpreted, and what it can deliver.

Author : Igor Florinsky
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 506 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2016-07-11
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780128046333

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Digital Terrain Analysis in Soil Science and Geology by Igor Florinsky Pdf

Digital Terrain Analysis in Soil Science and Geology, Second Edition, synthesizes the knowledge on methods and applications of digital terrain analysis and geomorphometry in the context of multi-scale problems in soil science and geology. Divided into three parts, the book first examines main concepts, principles, and methods of digital terrain modeling. It then looks at methods for analysis, modeling, and mapping of spatial distribution of soil properties using digital terrain analysis, before finally considering techniques for recognition, analysis, and interpretation of topographically manifested geological features. Digital Terrain Analysis in Soil Science and Geology, Second Edition, is an updated and revised edition, providing both a theoretical and methodological basis for understanding and applying geographical modeling techniques. Presents an integrated and unified view of digital terrain analysis in both soil science and geology Features research on new advances in the field, including DEM analytical approximation, analytical calculation of local morphometric variables, morphometric globes, and two-dimensional generalized spectral analytical methods Includes a rigorous description of the mathematical principles of digital terrain analysis Provides both a theoretical and methodological basis for understanding and applying geographical modeling

Author : Peter Shearer
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 280 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 1999-09-28
Category : Science
ISBN : 0521669537

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Introduction to Seismology by Peter Shearer Pdf

An approachable and concise introduction to seismology for upper-division undergraduates and first-year graduate students.

Author : Peter M. Shearer
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 397 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2009-06-11
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781139478755

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Introduction to Seismology by Peter M. Shearer Pdf

This book provides an approachable and concise introduction to seismic theory, designed as a first course for undergraduate students. It clearly explains the fundamental concepts, emphasizing intuitive understanding over lengthy derivations. Incorporating over 30% new material, this second edition includes all the topics needed for a one-semester course in seismology. Additional material has been added throughout including numerical methods, 3-D ray tracing, earthquake location, attenuation, normal modes, and receiver functions. The chapter on earthquakes and source theory has been extensively revised and enlarged, and now includes details on non-double-couple sources, earthquake scaling, radiated energy, and finite slip inversions. Each chapter includes worked problems and detailed exercises that give students the opportunity to apply the techniques they have learned to compute results of interest and to illustrate the Earth's seismic properties. Computer subroutines and datasets for use in the exercises are available at www.cambridge.org/shearer.

Author : Luc T. Ikelle ,Lasse Amundsen
Publisher : SEG Books
Page : 1403 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2018-03-26
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781560803430

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Introduction to Petroleum Seismology, second edition by Luc T. Ikelle ,Lasse Amundsen Pdf

Introduction to Petroleum Seismology, second edition (SEG Investigations in Geophysics Series No. 12) provides the theoretical and practical foundation for tackling present and future challenges of petroleum seismology especially those related to seismic survey designs, seismic data acquisition, seismic and EM modeling, seismic imaging, microseismicity, and reservoir characterization and monitoring. All of the chapters from the first edition have been improved and/or expanded. In addition, twelve new chapters have been added. These new chapters expand topics which were only alluded to in the first edition: sparsity representation, sparsity and nonlinear optimization, near-simultaneous multiple-shooting acquisition and processing, nonuniform wavefield sampling, automated modeling, elastic-electromagnetic mathematical equivalences, and microseismicity in the context of hydraulic fracturing. Another major modification in this edition is that each chapter contains analytical problems as well as computational problems. These problems include MatLab codes, which may help readers improve their understanding of and intuition about these materials. The comprehensiveness of this book makes it a suitable text for undergraduate and graduate courses that target geophysicists and engineers as well as a guide and reference work for researchers and professionals in academia and in the petroleum industry.

Author : Heiner Igel
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 340 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2017
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780198717409

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Computational Seismology by Heiner Igel Pdf

An introductory text to a range of numerical methods used today to simulate time-dependent processes in Earth science, physics, engineering and many other fields. It looks under the hood of current simulation technology and provides guidelines on what to look out for when carrying out sophisticated simulation tasks.

Author : Vyacheslav M Zobin
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 474 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2011-12-08
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780444563767

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Introduction to Volcanic Seismology by Vyacheslav M Zobin Pdf

Volcanic seismology represents the main, and often the only, tool to forecast volcanic eruptions and to monitor the eruption process. This book describes the main types of seismic signals at volcanoes, their nature and spatial and temporal distributions at different stages of eruptive activity. Following from the success of the first edition, published in 2003, the second edition consists of 19 chapters including significant revision and five new chapters. Organized into four sections, the book begins with an introduction to the history and topic of volcanic seismology, discussing the theoretical and experimental models that were developed for the study of the origin of volcanic earthquakes. The second section is devoted to the study of volcano-tectonic earthquakes, giving the theoretical basis for their occurrence and swarms as well as case stories of volcano-tectonic activity associated with the eruptions at basaltic, andesitic, and dacitic volcanoes. There were 40 cases of volcanic eruptions at 20 volcanoes that occurred all over the world from 1910 to 2005, which are discussed. General regularities of volcano-tectonic earthquake swarms, their participation in the eruptive process, their source properties, and the hazard of strong volcano-tectonic earthquakes are also described. The third section describes the theoretical basis for the occurrence of eruption earthquakes together with the description of volcanic tremor, the seismic signals associated with pyroclastic flows, rockfalls and lahars, and volcanic explosions, long-period and very-long-period seismic signals at volcanoes, micro-earthquake swarms, and acoustic events. The final section discuss the mitigation of volcanic hazard and include the methodology of seismic monitoring of volcanic activity, the examples of forecasting of volcanic eruptions by seismic methods, and the description of seismic activity in the regions of dormant volcanoes. This book will be essential for students and practitioners of volcanic seismology to understand the essential elements of volcanic eruptions. Provides a comprehensive overview of seismic signals at different stages of volcano eruption. Discusses dozens of case histories from around the world to provide real-world applications. Illustrations accompany detailed descriptions of volcano eruptions alongside the theories involved.

Author : Hori Muneo
Publisher : World Scientific
Page : 452 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2018-06-13
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781786344533

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Introduction to Computational Earthquake Engineering by Hori Muneo Pdf

This book provides rigorous foundations of applying modern computational mechanics to earthquake engineering. The scope covers the numerical analysis of earthquake wave propagation processes and the faulting processes, and also presents the most advanced numerical simulations of earthquake hazards and disasters that can take place in an urban area. Two new chapters included are advanced topics on high performance computing and for constructing an analysis model. This is the first book in earthquake engineering that explains the application of modern numerical computation (which includes high performance computing) to various engineering seismology problems.

Author : Abdullatif A. Al-Shuhail,Saleh A. Al-Dossary,Wail A. Mousa
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 184 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2017-06-05
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781118881804

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Seismic Data Interpretation using Digital Image Processing by Abdullatif A. Al-Shuhail,Saleh A. Al-Dossary,Wail A. Mousa Pdf

Bridging the gap between modern image processing practices by the scientific community at large and the world of geology and reflection seismology This book covers the basics of seismic exploration, with a focus on image processing techniques as applied to seismic data. Discussions of theories, concepts, and algorithms are followed by synthetic and real data examples to provide the reader with a practical understanding of the image processing technique and to enable the reader to apply these techniques to seismic data. The book will also help readers interested in devising new algorithms, software and hardware for interpreting seismic data. Key Features: Provides an easy to understand overview of popular seismic processing and interpretation techniques from the point of view of a digital signal processor. Presents image processing concepts that may be readily applied directly to seismic data. Includes ready-to-run MATLAB algorithms for most of the techniques presented. The book includes essential research and teaching material for digital signal and image processing individuals interested in learning seismic data interpretation from the point of view of digital signal processing. It is an ideal resource for students, professors and working professionals who are interested in learning about the application of digital signal processing theory and algorithms to seismic data.

Author : P.C. Etter
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 447 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2003-12-08
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780203417652

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Underwater Acoustic Modelling and Simulation, Third Edition by P.C. Etter Pdf

Underwater Acoustic Modeling and Simulation examines the translation of our physical understanding of sound in the sea into mathematical models that can simulate acoustic propagation, noise and reverberation in the ocean. These models are used in a variety of research and operational applications to predict and diagnose the performance of complex sonar systems operating in the undersea environment. Previous editions of the book have provided invaluable guidance to sonar technologists, acoustical oceanographers and applied mathematicians in the selection and application of underwater acoustic models. Now that simulation is fast becoming an accurate, efficient and economical alternative to field-testing and at-sea training, this new edition will also provide useful guidance to systems engineers and operations analysts interested in simulating sonar performance. Guidelines for selecting and using available propagation, noise and reverberation models are highlighted. Specific examples of each type of model are discussed to illustrate model formulations, assumptions and algorithm efficiency. Instructive case studies demonstrate applications in sonar simulation.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 792 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : American literature
ISBN : UOM:39015066043186

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American Book Publishing Record by Anonim Pdf

Author : Seth Stein,Michael Wysession
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 512 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2009-04-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781444311310

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An Introduction to Seismology, Earthquakes, and Earth Structure by Seth Stein,Michael Wysession Pdf

An Introduction to Seismology, Earthquakes and Earth Structures is an introduction to seismology and its role in the earth sciences, and is written for advanced undergraduate and beginning graduate students. The fundamentals of seismic wave propagation are developed using a physical approach and then applied to show how refraction, reflection, and teleseismic techniques are used to study the structure and thus the composition and evolution of the earth. The book shows how seismic waves are used to study earthquakes and are integrated with other data to investigate the plate tectonic processes that cause earthquakes. Figures, examples, problems, and computer exercises teach students about seismology in a creative and intuitive manner. Necessary mathematical tools including vector and tensor analysis, matrix algebra, Fourier analysis, statistics of errors, signal processing, and data inversion are introduced with many relevant examples. The text also addresses the fundamentals of seismometry and applications of seismology to societal issues. Special attention is paid to help students visualize connections between different topics and view seismology as an integrated science. An Introduction to Seismology, Earthquakes, and Earth Structure gives an excellent overview for students of geophysics and tectonics, and provides a strong foundation for further studies in seismology. Multidisciplinary examples throughout the text - catering to students in varied disciplines (geology, mineralogy, petrology, physics, etc.). Most up to date book on the market - includes recent seismic events such as the 1999 Earthquakes in Turkey, Greece, and Taiwan). Chapter outlines - each chapter begins with an outline and a list of learning objectives to help students focus and study. Essential math review - an entire section reviews the essential math needed to understand seismology. This can be covered in class or left to students to review as needed. End of chapter problem sets - homework problems that cover the material presented in the chapter. Solutions to all odd numbered problem sets are listed in the back so that students can track their progress. Extensive References - classic references and more current references are listed at the end of each chapter. A set of instructor's resources containing downloadable versions of all the figures in the book, errata and answers to homework problems is available at: http://levee.wustl.edu/seismology/book/. Also available on this website are PowerPoint lecture slides corresponding to the first 5 chapters of the book.

Author : Biondo Biondi
Publisher : SEG Books
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Seismic reflection method
ISBN : UCSD:31822034656942

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3D Seismic Imaging by Biondo Biondi Pdf

Accompanying CD-ROM includes PDF slides for teaching the material in the book and the C3-narrow-azimuth classic data set.