To advance the monitoring of near-surface and subsurface changes linked to geohazards, we are establishing a national pool of 80 low-cost, rapid-deployable seismological sensors.
Purpose & Application
This instrument pool is designed to detect and analyze environmental and geophysical processes, including:
- Subsurface changes inferred from ambient seismic noise.
- Seismic signals generated by dynamic processes in glaciers and permafrost (cryosphere).
- Micro-seismic activity associated with landslides and slope instability.
Technical Profile
The pool will consist of short-period sensors, optimized for the detailed, local monitoring required by these targets. Their design prioritizes quick and easy deployment in diverse field conditions, with optional real-time data streaming available for a subset of the sensors.
Access & Users
The sensor pool will be available for both granted research projects and urgent monitoring needs. Primary users are expected from the university and research institute sector. The technology has a proven track record in cryosphere studies in Svalbard (through collaborations with UiO, UiT, and NORSAR), and holds significant potential for expanded partnerships with governmental agencies, administrative bodies, and local municipalities for targeted monitoring of various geohazards.