Advanced Signal Processing and Artificial Intelligence Applied to Geophysics: Knowledge and Prevention
Advanced Signal Processing and Artificial Intelligence are essential tools for tackling complex problems in geophysics.
They enable the analysis of large volumes of multicomponent data —seismic, acoustic, thermal, geochemical…— extracting patterns that would be difficult to identify using conventional methods.
In volcanic contexts, these techniques support:
— Early detection of changes in seismic activity.
— Automatic classification of volcanic events.
— Identification of precursors associated with potential eruptions.
The contribution in geophysics of models capable of learning complex and nonlinear behaviors is essential.
They allow both a deeper understanding of the underlying physics of geophysical processes and the development of more robust early warning systems.
And all of this has a direct impact on volcanic risk mitigation and the protection of exposed populations.
In this way, scientific research generates a clear and tangible benefit for both the institutions and the people who live in at-risk areas.
At GEOSAPAI, we are aware of the revolution that geophysics is undergoing with the application of new technologies and, therefore, we actively participate in this process of evolution and improvement.
Our team collaborates with scientists and institutions around the world, sharing knowledge in numerous research projects.
Similarly, our work is reflected in multiple publications, supervised theses, outreach work, repositories and a strong alumni network.
You can discover all this and much more in the different sections of our website.
GEOASPAI is a working group based at the University of Granada (Spain) dedicated to volcanic seismology.
One of our essential features is the use of new technologies to develop this activity (Artificial Intelligence, Signal Processing, Machine Learning, etc.).
Specifically, our work is structured around three essential axes:
— Study of seismic-volcanic signals: We recognize and classify seismic signals.
— Pattern recognition: We identify possible precursors to volcanic eruptions.
— Seismic tomography: We analyze and interpret the internal structure of volcanoes.
All of this with the aim of generating knowledge and applying it as a tangible benefit to society.
Volcanic seismology is undergoing a true revolution thanks to the application of new technologies:
— Artificial Intelligence
— Advanced Signal Processing
— Big Data
— Machine Learning
— Etc.
This new scenario requires improved forecasting tools for volcanic eruptions and, therefore, greater safety and protection for the population in at-risk areas.
In GEOASPAI, we are aware of the exceptional times we are experiencing and, therefore, we actively participate in this process of evolution and improvement.
