Seismic Tomography of Macedonia

A novel geotomography technique has been applied in and around Macedonia using selected earthquakes that occurred over a period of 40 years and were recorded on 47 seismograph stations. The aim was to test this new tomography method for the first time in investigation of the crustal shape and structures in that specific tectonic environment with an extensive dataset.

A three-dimensional velocity model and many cross-sections of the crust were produced by this methodology and compared with the previous models of Macedonia. They show the potential of the tomography application in revealing geological features on local and regional scale. 

The new images will contribute towards a better understanding of the seismicity and tectonics in that part of the Balkans and assist in the process of integrated seismic hazard assessment.

 

 

Keywords: Geotomography, Earthquakes, Seismic Imaging