Chuntao Liang , Feihuang Cao , Zhijin Liu , Yingna Chang
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Abstract
As dense seismic arrays at different scales are deployed, the techniques to make full use of array data with low computing cost become increasingly needed. The wave gradiometry method (WGM) is a new branch in seismic tomography, which utilizes the spatial gradients of the wavefield to determine the phase velocity, wave propagation direction, geometrical spreading, and radiation pattern. Seismic wave propagation parameters obtained using the WGM can be further applied to invert 3D velocity models, Q values, and anisotropy at lithospheric (crust and/or mantle) and smaller scales (e.g., industrial oilfield or fault zone). Herein, we review the theoretical foundation, technical development, and major applications of the WGM, and compared the WGM with other commonly used major array imaging methods. Future development of the WGM is also discussed.
期刊介绍:
Earthquake Science (EQS) aims to publish high-quality, original, peer-reviewed articles on earthquake-related research subjects. It is an English international journal sponsored by the Seismological Society of China and the Institute of Geophysics, China Earthquake Administration.
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