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The role of space-based observation in understanding and responding to active tectonics and earthquakes

Elliott, J.R.; Walters, R.J.; Wright, T.J.

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J.R. Elliott

R.J. Walters

T.J. Wright



Abstract

The quantity and quality of satellite-geodetic measurements of tectonic deformation have increased dramatically over the past two decades improving our ability to observe active tectonic processes. We now routinely respond to earthquakes using satellites, mapping surface ruptures and estimating the distribution of slip on faults at depth for most continental earthquakes. Studies directly link earthquakes to their causative faults allowing us to calculate how resulting changes in crustal stress can influence future seismic hazard. This revolution in space-based observation is driving advances in models that can explain the time-dependent surface deformation and the long-term evolution of fault zones and tectonic landscapes.

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Elliott, J., Walters, R., & Wright, T. (2016). The role of space-based observation in understanding and responding to active tectonics and earthquakes. Nature Communications, 7, Article 13844. https://doi.org/10.1038/ncomms13844

Journal Article Type Article
Acceptance Date Nov 4, 2016
Online Publication Date Dec 22, 2016
Publication Date Dec 22, 2016
Deposit Date Feb 8, 2017
Publicly Available Date Mar 29, 2024
Journal Nature Communications
Publisher Nature Research
Peer Reviewed Peer Reviewed
Volume 7
Article Number 13844
DOI https://doi.org/10.1038/ncomms13844

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