REFRACTION DATA ENHANCEMENT TECHNIQUES
Three techniques for improving shallow refraction data are reviewed. Frequency filtering, directional arrays, and multiplicity summing all have advantages and disadvantages. Frequency filtering requires that the signal and noise fall into different frequency bands, but large attenuation of noise can be realized if the technique is applied properly. An 80 Hz, high pass filter is used to obtain better data in an area with strong 60 Hz induced noise and low frequency traffic noise. A directional array is used to enhance data close to seismic noise caused by traffic, but arrays are cumbersome and difficult to use. Multiplicity summing is a popular improvement technique, and easy to use, however, there is a diminishing return on the field effort applied. It is suggested that under some circumstances the user may wish to use several techniques simultaneously.
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Supplemental Notes:
- The Symposium held on April 2-4 1975 at Moscow, Idaho, was jointly sponsored by Idaho Transportation Department University of Idaho, Moscow; Idaho State University Pocatello; and Boise State University.
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Corporate Authors:
P.O. Box 7129
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Authors:
- Johnson, W E
- Publication Date: 1975-4
Media Info
- Features: Figures; References;
- Pagination: p. 33-49
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Serial:
- Engineering Geology & Soils Engineering Symp Proc
- Volume: 13
- Publisher: Idaho Department of Highways
Subject/Index Terms
- TRT Terms: Electromagnetic frequencies; Filters; Improvements; Phased arrays; Refraction; Seismicity; Traffic noise
- Old TRIS Terms: Arrays; Shallow seismic refraction method
- Subject Areas: Geotechnology; Highways;
Filing Info
- Accession Number: 00127652
- Record Type: Publication
- Files: TRIS, STATEDOT
- Created Date: Mar 10 1976 12:00AM