Seismic Intelligence Tool: an extensive multipurpose software for seismic signal analysis

Abstract

Over the past five years, the Istituto Nazionale di Geofisica e Vulcanologia (INGV) has started a technological transformation of its real-time seismic monitoring capabilities. This comprehensive restructuring initiative represents a pivotal moment in the Institute's commitment to advancing seismic research and enhancing public safety. At the heart of this transformation lies the development and deployment of the integrated system known as Caravel. Caravel stands as a testament to INGV's dedication to cutting-edge seismic monitoring technology and its mission to provide timely and accurate seismic information to researchers, emergency responders, and the general public. It represents a leap forward in real-time seismic monitoring, integrating state-of-the-art technologies and methodologies to detect, analyze, and disseminate seismic data with unprecedented efficiency and precision. This development reflects INGV's commitment to staying at the forefront of seismic research and hazard mitigation. This integrated system not only improves the accuracy of earthquake detection but also enhances our ability to rapidly assess the potential impact of seismic events, enabling more informed decision-making during emergency situations. Seismic Intelligence Tool (SIT) emerges as a software fork from one of Caravel's components previously known as PickFX. The reason behind this fork is to share with the scientific community a robust, multi-platform and freely accessible data analysis tool that adheres to current standards for representing seismic data while removing all INGV specific customizations from PickFX. The decision to fork the original software and release SIT underscores a commitment to democratizing access to advanced seismic analysis tools. By offering this resource at no cost, the scientific community gains access to a platform that is fully compatible with contemporary seismic data representation standards and that can become very powerful with time and cooperation. This endeavor not only promotes open access to critical seismic research tools but also facilitates collaboration and knowledge sharing among researchers, ultimately contributing to advancements in our understanding of seismic activity and its implications.