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Improved earthquake detection for research studies [2024 INV#WO0000000108499]

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Description

Deep learning methods are being used to improve detection of earthquakes to provide more complete, high-resolution catalogs that are used in research to better understand earthquake occurrence, rupture processes and seismic hazard.

Detailed example

More complete, high-resolution catalogs

AI / analytics pattern

Classical/Predictive Machine Learning: Models trained on data to make predictions or classifications based on identified patterns or relationships.

Automation level / stage

a) Pre-deployment – The use case is in a development or acquisition status.

Expected benefit

Better understand earthquake occurrence, rupture processes and seismic hazard.

Controls / human review

ATO: No; PIA: Not published