COLLECTION AND ANALYSIS OF SEISMIC-WAVE PROPAGATION DATA
Abstract
The report discusses the results of an extensive long-range reversed refraction profile which traverses the Michigan Basin and the Appalachian Mountains. Particular emphasis is placed on the attenuation of first compressional wave arrivals and on crustal-upper mantle structure. Also included are results of a survey on lake bottom seismic background noise in Lake Superior. Although large signal levels were obtained in the lake bottom, long periods of high background noise indicated that land based seismographs are superior. Theoretical studies in elastic wave scattering were made to evaluate the effect of nonhomogeneities on the propagation of elastic waves. Theoretical development of mode filtering (previously demonstrated empirically), is nearly completed. A LASA digital data convertor was designed, constructed, and put into operation. Two- and three-dimensional seismic ray-tracing techniques using digital modeling were developed. These techniques enable the seismologist to determine the effects of lateral inhomogeneities and irregularities in velocity interfaces on travel time and attenuation of seismic waves.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Sep 01, 1968
- Accession Number
- AD0675057
Entities
People
- David E. Willis
- Philip L. Jackson
Organizations
- University of Michigan