Applications

The SmartSeis seismograph can be used for a variety of applications for geology, hydrology, and environmental jobs. Applications at Western Carolina University include:

• Finding depth to bedrock

• Stratigraphy

• Groundwater hydrology

The SmartSeis is mainly going to be used in depth analysis. It will be able to record the different velocities that show a change between dry and wet material, which would indicate the water table, and it will recognize the bedrock. Much like our studies in resistivity, a general depth profile can be constructed and well as material type will be found through out seismic research. The main technique used for our seismic exploration will be the refraction method. When processed, software will convert the readings take to a cross sectional profile of the test area.

Other specifications for the SmartSeis include:

• Able to stack data in order to reduce random noise and weak channels
• Features low pass filtering which can reduce the effect that things like traffic can have on results
• Features high pass filtering which removes wind noise also
• Features automatic gain controls
• Energy sources can be hammer, weight drop or explosives. At Western a simple hammer will be used.
• Uses 12 geophones and cable for readings

The SmartSeis is an easy to use instrument that will allow us to map the subsurface of areas on campus, in Cullowhee.

For more information, visit The Geometrics Site at:

http://www.geometrics.com

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