Investigation into potential TEC changes due to 9 seismic tremors of 2021–2022

This research document delves into the analysis of alterations in Total Electron Content (TEC) as identified through GPS observations leading up to nine earthquakes that transpired between the late months of 2021 and 2022. The comprehensive study investigates the TEC variations and provides a detail...

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Main Authors: Kunvar S. YADAV, Rakesh B. VADNATHANI, Mangesh D. BHOYA, Keyurgiri R. GOSWAMI
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Language:English
Published: Earth Science Institute, Slovak Academy of Sciences, Slovakia 2024-04-01
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Online Access:https://journal.geo.sav.sk/cgg/article/view/496
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author Kunvar S. YADAV
Rakesh B. VADNATHANI
Mangesh D. BHOYA
Keyurgiri R. GOSWAMI
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description This research document delves into the analysis of alterations in Total Electron Content (TEC) as identified through GPS observations leading up to nine earthquakes that transpired between the late months of 2021 and 2022. The comprehensive study investigates the TEC variations and provides a detailed examination of heat maps centred around the earthquake epicentres. These heat maps, characterized by diverse latitudes and longitudes, play a pivotal role in validating the precise locations of the earthquake epicentres. Notably, the examination of these maps unveils discernible GPS TEC variations several days before the occurrence of each earthquake. In addition to the TEC analysis, the research sheds light on the fluctuations in solar magnetic parameters. The study elucidates instances where TEC peaks surpassed normal values, particularly during periods characterized by minimal solar radiation effects. This correlation between solar magnetic parameters and TEC fluctuations adds a nuanced layer to the understanding of the complex interplay of factors leading to seismic events. The cumulative findings derived from the investigation point towards a compelling conclusion: GPS TEC observations and the analysis of heat maps serve as indispensable indicators for identifying precursory signs that precede an impending earthquake. This multidimensional approach enhances our comprehension of the temporal and spatial aspects of seismic activity and underscores the potential significance of solar magnetic parameters in influencing such geophysical events.
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spelling doaj.art-bb2c7c5be5744b2b94ce367dd25fdbdb2024-04-05T08:34:23ZengEarth Science Institute, Slovak Academy of Sciences, SlovakiaContributions to Geophysics and Geodesy1338-05402024-04-0154112210.31577/congeo.2024.54.1.1496Investigation into potential TEC changes due to 9 seismic tremors of 2021–2022Kunvar S. YADAV0Rakesh B. VADNATHANI1Mangesh D. BHOYA2Keyurgiri R. GOSWAMI3Ganpat University, Kherva, Mehsana, Gujarat, IndiaGanpat University, Kherva, Mehsana, Gujarat, IndiaGanpat University, Kherva, Mehsana, Gujarat, IndiaGanpat University, Kherva, Mehsana, Gujarat, IndiaThis research document delves into the analysis of alterations in Total Electron Content (TEC) as identified through GPS observations leading up to nine earthquakes that transpired between the late months of 2021 and 2022. The comprehensive study investigates the TEC variations and provides a detailed examination of heat maps centred around the earthquake epicentres. These heat maps, characterized by diverse latitudes and longitudes, play a pivotal role in validating the precise locations of the earthquake epicentres. Notably, the examination of these maps unveils discernible GPS TEC variations several days before the occurrence of each earthquake. In addition to the TEC analysis, the research sheds light on the fluctuations in solar magnetic parameters. The study elucidates instances where TEC peaks surpassed normal values, particularly during periods characterized by minimal solar radiation effects. This correlation between solar magnetic parameters and TEC fluctuations adds a nuanced layer to the understanding of the complex interplay of factors leading to seismic events. The cumulative findings derived from the investigation point towards a compelling conclusion: GPS TEC observations and the analysis of heat maps serve as indispensable indicators for identifying precursory signs that precede an impending earthquake. This multidimensional approach enhances our comprehension of the temporal and spatial aspects of seismic activity and underscores the potential significance of solar magnetic parameters in influencing such geophysical events.https://journal.geo.sav.sk/cgg/article/view/496earthquake, tec (total electron content), stec (slant total electron content), vtec (vertical total electron content), percentage vtec, solar flux f10.7, dst (disturbance storm time index), ap (geomagnetic index), heat maps
spellingShingle Kunvar S. YADAV
Rakesh B. VADNATHANI
Mangesh D. BHOYA
Keyurgiri R. GOSWAMI
Investigation into potential TEC changes due to 9 seismic tremors of 2021–2022
Contributions to Geophysics and Geodesy
earthquake, tec (total electron content), stec (slant total electron content), vtec (vertical total electron content), percentage vtec, solar flux f10.7, dst (disturbance storm time index), ap (geomagnetic index), heat maps
title Investigation into potential TEC changes due to 9 seismic tremors of 2021–2022
title_full Investigation into potential TEC changes due to 9 seismic tremors of 2021–2022
title_fullStr Investigation into potential TEC changes due to 9 seismic tremors of 2021–2022
title_full_unstemmed Investigation into potential TEC changes due to 9 seismic tremors of 2021–2022
title_short Investigation into potential TEC changes due to 9 seismic tremors of 2021–2022
title_sort investigation into potential tec changes due to 9 seismic tremors of 2021 2022
topic earthquake, tec (total electron content), stec (slant total electron content), vtec (vertical total electron content), percentage vtec, solar flux f10.7, dst (disturbance storm time index), ap (geomagnetic index), heat maps
url https://journal.geo.sav.sk/cgg/article/view/496
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