Integrating 3D contactless positioning systems into a comprehensive geophysical monitoring network in Taiwan

Integrating 3D contactless positioning systems into a comprehensive geophysical monitoring network in Taiwan

The recent M7.4 earthquake that hit eastern Taiwan in April 2024 offered a stark reminder of the destructive potential of tectonic plate boundaries and the constant need to be adequately prepared to mitigate the impact of strong earthquakes. Geophysical monitoring networks rely on the integration of a range of disparate instrumentation such as GNSS stations, strainmeters, and gas loggers. With these data it is possible to model collision zone processes, quantify their impact, improve warning systems and, finally, make emergency response and recovery activities more effective. However, only rarely is it possible to observe fault 3D behavior in detail. To address it, the Czech team has developed a cutting-edge high resolution system that detects 3D fault behavior in near real-time. The aim of the proposed project is to deploy these devices across the Longitudinal Valley fault in eastern Taiwan, thereby extending and enhancing geophysical monitoring network established and maintained by the team at Academia Sinica.

Grant No.

AS-25-05 (Mobility Plus Projects)

Grant Agency

The Czech Academy of Sciences/Academia Sinica, Taiwan
Bilateral cooperation is based on agreements between the CAS and its partner organisations abroad.

 

 

Resolved in

2025-2026

Principal investigator

Dr. Ivo Baroň,
Institute of Rock Structure and Mechanics of the CAS

Member of the research team:
Dr. Matt D. Rowberry
Dr. Jan Balek
 

Co-investigators

Dr. Alexandre Canitano, 
Institute of Earth Sciences, Academia Sinica,Taipei, Taiwan

Member of the research team:
Dr. Jian-Cheng Lee
Dr Ya-Ju Hsu
Dr. Ching-Chou Fu
Dr. Rajkumar Yadav

State
Current