(c) The seismic refraction profile. 0000009876 00000 n Aquifers that can be defined by one or more high seismic-velocity surfaces, such as (1) alluvial or glacial deposits in consolidated rock valleys, (2) limestone or sandstone underlain by metamorphic or igneous rock, or (3) saturated unconsolidated deposits overlain by unsaturated unconsolidated deposits,are ideally suited for applying seismic-refraction methods. More information 77 Figure 4.19 The overlay of seismic refraction profile on the Application of seismic refraction methods in groundwater modeling studies in New England F. P. Haeni* ABSTRACT Seismic refraction methods have been extensively used in petroleum, mineral, and engineering investi- gations, and to some extent for hydrologic applications, during the past 30 years. 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Seismic refraction maps contrasts in seismic velocity – the speed at which seismic energy travels through soil and rock. 0000000830 00000 n (��E@h�0�ġQ���d8 �0����m��c��$r3ňШ8�i;*��@�qG��p���w 1920: Practical seismic reflection methods developed. Seismic methods have long been recognized as an effective tool for studying the shallow subsurface for a variety of applications, such as engineering problems, geotechnical evaluations, environmental studies, hydrogeological investigations, seismic risk assessment, archeology, etc. Examples of the use of seismic-refraction techniques in a wide variety of hydrologic studies are presented. Seismic Refraction (SR) is a surface geophysics method that utilizes the refraction of seismic waves on geology layers and rock/soil units to characterize subsurface geologic conditions. Within 10 years, the dominant method of hydrocarbon exploration. These methods allow the economical collection of subsurface data, provide the basis for more efficient collection of data by test drilling or aquifer tests, and result in improved hydrologic studies. �Ry@�Y)�He1`�S65R�ѭ0f6N�Sb �uC(�F�8 ����J�`p5��Y6$�i�OF2a�>���Z�#i�r�4�J��A8�����ya �j.�F#(�����#|�t]��t\��eE�hv��F3��:��ۙ6�b)�U ��:n��h��f�9����:H3Լ�0DƇ���o㆞��8f�) ����4���B�+"���5!��m��BN;K��k����0r����@����f������;0{�6B*H���@d�'�Ծ�6��f6�Ě�@�ڕ'��ܤ�3m��$��]"KĴˉ2���,�Ar��3�D��M�%9�{��n�rݫ2�����h�I���2�R�oE���!�fעIe 3t��J��bR�)Q�aN#��6 #�: #x�\6Ux\�01�˼�4'���t� �5��8��uMl��w��SD9��H�6۷��:���T��DC�bQ�D9�0�0�wŅ'����0�ּ����I�OPh�: x�9�xn��œ_��)4Q��qȱk� ���!F The inversion technique of Nowack and Lutter (1988a) and Lutter et al. Seismic refraction was the first major geophysical method to be applied in the search for oil bearing structures but its application in oil exploration is reduce over years due to variety of the modern reflection surveys. For more general application of seismic refraction methods, Redpath (1973) and Mooney (1984) provide classic introductions to the seismic refraction technique. 0000003805 00000 n 0000015944 00000 n Seismic refraction is commonly limited to mapping bedrock depths and rippabilities at depths less than 100 feet, and is generally applicable only where the seismic velocities of layers increase with depth. 84-746, Explore recent publications by USGS authors, Browse all of Pubs Warehouse by publication type and year, Descriptions of US Geological Survey Report Series, Application of seismic-refraction techniques to hydrologic studies(1988), Application of seismic-refraction techniques to hydrologic studies. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites. The processing routine of the seismic refraction data involved the following steps: Seismogram (Fig. Calculating the subsurface velocity profile. This includes major projects such as delineating solution cavities in foundation rocks, construction of hydroelectric power … A number of seismic profiles in the area were acquired, analyzed, and interpreted. H�c```g``.g`a`�8�A���X���b�Z�L�q3�9����r�����vn�t�A�`տ����*I��t$I�)vd One can study subsurface velocity and layer interface structure by analyzing the first arrival times of P-waves (longitudinal or compressional waves) at the surface of the earth. 0000011915 00000 n Recent advances in equipment, sound sources, and computer interpretation techniques make seismic refraction a highly effective and economical means of obtaining subsurface data in hydrologic studies. For three years we have used synthetic and field data to investigate the effectiveness of commercial refraction tomography codes on both simple and complex subsurface velocity structures, with the ultimate goal of determining the suitability of the method for karst problems. 0000009853 00000 n 0000013953 00000 n Conventional interpretation of seismic refraction data visualizes the subsurface as a layered medium where each layer has a discrete seismic velocity. This geophysical method is based on the measurement of the arrival times of the seismic waves refracted by the interfaces between soil stratifications, characterised by different propagation speeds. areas, greater accra region . The seismic reflection method has been used extensively in mineral exploration and for imaging crustal structures within hardrock environments. 1921: ‘Seismos’ company founded to use seismic refraction to map salt domes, often associated with hydrocarbon traps. Download the latest version of Adobe Reader, free of charge. Recent advances in equipment, sound sources, and computer interpretation techniques make seismic refraction a highly effective and economical means of obtaining subsurface data in hydrologic studies. 1916: Seismic refraction developed to locate artillery guns by measurement of recoil. Figure 4.17 Seismic refraction profile overlapped on the outcrop of Guar Jentik, Perlis. (�1%�W�����Κ�̩����(a��G)/�Lޙd �N������:G"�)$�{����T 0000005778 00000 n United States. 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A .gov website belongs to an official government organization in the 76 Figure 4.18 (a) The actual distance of both survey line in one profile. Recent advances in equipment, 0000001146 00000 n Common applications include: Mapping depth to bedrock and bedrock topography. Providing elastic properties of the subsurface for engineering design. A!�FrH3�t���j蟱(h�i �2��+a.��,pp��K�\���*o�c�y�(�Q*Kv���$�Kb9YfLћ8؜� 50q��$z�"�NȠ���+9O���yL¯���� � #�t1�������D6�H �Lp ���2L�A��m������g4AՂH�W�����=�x�Ѣk�1�5��VSVy�SQ�6f�`e��@K'�W�w��a�6�A�݋M���1O��-�)FWl{ �1���< Mk�������+0 3�F����_y-���ٔ��A2���FƏ8i�TϘ��L$ُ�t �*v��Yy��}p���62vO������+3��3�! Part or all of this report is presented in Portable Document Format PDF documents opened from your Application of Refraction Microtremor (ReMi) for Seismic Site Characterisation G.M. 0000013976 00000 n With this assumption and by measuring the travel time of the refracted seismic waves, the thickness and dip angle of each ground layer can be obtained ( Sheriff and Geldart, 1995 ). Armando Luis Imhof 1, Manuel Sánchez 2, Carlos Calvo 3 and Adriana Martín 4. Official websites use .gov The SIRT method requires an initial velocity model that was obtained by conventional procedures of refraction analysis (e.g. 6) is imported and first arrivals are picked (red dashes in Fig. �D Ѩ�l.�P�k���F3l^i6�DCx4@ Emmanuel Addai *,Van-Dycke Sarpong Asare, Akwasi Acheampong Aning* * Department of Physics, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Kumasi, Ghana. 0000001168 00000 n The 2D seismic P-wave refraction tomography (SRT) and 2D electrical resistivity tomography (ERT) methods were used to characterize the landslides in this area. Applied seismic methods comprise sending impulses underground and registering the resulting refracted arrivals from subsurface interfaces on a number of receivers positioned on or near the surface. in foundation evaluation in parts of legon-adenta . ����I/ �ҵ��)P� *�. It was found that the seismic refraction survey produce the results which almost similar to the borehole method. Reflection seismology (or seismic reflection) is a method of exploration geophysics that uses the principles of seismology to estimate the properties of the Earth's subsurface from reflected seismic waves.The method requires a controlled seismic source of energy, such as dynamite or Tovex blast, a specialized air gun or a seismic vibrator, commonly known by the trademark name Vibroseis. \R�� ��� Q�LZ�� �T �E�X�qA����v�� The former is the more traditional approach, although tomography has become more popular as faster com… The instruments used include a seismograph and spread cable of geophones. This manual briefly reviews the basics of seismic-refraction theory and principles. 103 0 obj << /Linearized 1 /O 105 /H [ 887 281 ] /L 1453836 /E 94325 /N 14 /T 1451657 >> endobj xref 103 24 0000000016 00000 n Application of Seismic Refraction Tomography in Delineating Subsurface Geology and Weathering Structures in Parts of Osubi Delta State Orji Omafume M*1, Eze Stanley2 1,Department of Petroleum Engineering and Geoscience, Petroleum Training Institute, Effurun, Nigeria. There are two basic approaches to seismic refraction data analysis: layer-cake and tomographic inversion. 0000001452 00000 n Application of seismic refraction tomography for tunnel design in Santa Clara Mountain, San Juan, Argentina. principles. During inversions, ray tracing and SIRT are applied to the velocity model, until the root mean square (RMS) error on the difference between the observed and calculated travel times is minimized. During the past 30 years, seismic-refraction methods have been used extensively in petroleum, mineral, and engineering investigations, and to some extent for hydrologic applications. The ERT technique was applied using four lines over and outside of the landslide scar using the Wenner electrode configuration. 0000005801 00000 n It emphasizes the use of this technique in hydrologic investigations and describes the planning, equipment, field procedures, and intrepretation techniques needed for this type of study. 0000007841 00000 n A lock ( The targeted rock lies beneath unconsolidated rocks. The seismic refraction technique is a classic geophysical method applicable to a variety of engineering and environmental projects. 0000003782 00000 n The seismic refraction method utilizes the refraction of seismic waves by rock or soil layers to characterize the subsurface geologic conditions and geologic structure. Recent advances in equipment, sound sources, and computer interpretation techniques make seismic refraction a highly effective and economical means of obtaining subsurface data in hydrologic studies. by . The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Engineering Manual EM 1110-1-1802 adapted by ASCE (1998) provides a more current review of the method. 0000007818 00000 n Application of Shallow Seismic Refraction and 2D Electrical Resistivity Imaging to Site Investigations . In this paper, an uphole refraction survey was carried out at the location of LISO Field in Niger Delta Nigeria in order to determine/estimate the thickness and velocities of the strata with a view to ascertaining the suitability of these layers for seismic reflection data acquisition and engineering structures. Basavanagowda Acharya Institute of Technology, Bangalore, India L.Govindaraju & Chethan K. University Visvesvaraya college of Engineering, Bangalore, India R. 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