Self-Noise of the MET Angular Motion Seismic Sensors

Abstract

Interest to angular motion seismic sensors is generated by an expectation that direct measurement of the rotations, associated with seismic signals, would allow obtaining more detailed and accurate information from them. Due to the seismic signals low intensity a self-noise of the sensors is one of the most crucial parameters, characterizing their performance. In seismic applications the molecular-electronic transfer (MET) technology is considered as one of the most promising technologies for the rotations measurements. In this research we have developed a noise model for the MET angular sensors. The experimental part of the research which fully agrees with theoretical data includes the instrument self-noise measurement in quite locations. Based on the modelling we have revealed the directions of further research to improve the MET angular sensors performance.

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