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Comparing Near-Surface Investigations: Full-Waveform Inversion (FWI) vs. Multichannel Analysis of Surface Waves (MASW) in Seismic Earth Science
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Travel Times for Seismic Wave Types – Why reflected t-x plot curves
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Posted on February 4, 2024 (Updated on July 9, 2025)
Particulate Matters: Unveiling the Connection Between Airplanes and Rainfall
Safety & HazardsCan airplanes cause rain? Introduction: Weather patterns and precipitation are complex phenomena influenced by a variety of factors. In recent years, there has been speculation and debate about the potential of aircraft to trigger rain. This hypothesis suggests that exhaust and particulate emissions from aircraft engines could affect cloud formation and precipitation processes. In this
Posted on February 2, 2024 (Updated on July 9, 2025)
Unraveling Rain’s Enigma: Can We Accurately Approximate Air Density During Precipitation?
Safety & HazardsUnderstanding the Density of Air During Rain: An Earth Science Exploration When rain falls from the sky, it brings with it a host of fascinating phenomena and questions. One such question that often arises is whether there is a way to approximate the density of air during rain. Understanding the density of air during rain
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Advancing Seismic Imaging: Harnessing SBP-SAT for Reverse Time Migration of Wave Equation PDE in Earth Science
Safety & HazardsReverse time migration for wave equation PDE using SBP-SAT Reverse Time Migration (RTM) is a powerful seismic imaging technique widely used in exploration geophysics. It is used to create high-resolution images of subsurface structures by solving the wave equation Partial Differential Equation (PDE) backwards in time. This process involves the propagation of seismic waves from
Posted on January 28, 2024 (Updated on July 9, 2025)
What is the synoptic/atmospheric setup that is causing the U.S. severe weather outbreak in May 2019?
Safety & HazardsThe Synoptic/Atmospheric Setup Causing the U.S. Severe Weather Outbreak in May 2019 1. Introduction. In May 2019, the United States experienced a widespread and significant outbreak of severe weather events, including tornadoes, damaging winds, and large hail. This outbreak captured the attention of meteorologists and the public alike due to its intensity and large-scale impacts