Microseismicity survey of the El Hoyo-Monte Galan geothermal region in Nicaragua
The project's objective is to use conceptual and mathematical models of geothermal fields as a basis for interpreting multiple datasets of geophysical data and for improving geothermal exploration techniques. The objective of this effort is to collect and interpret microseismicity data. The technical objectives are: plan and carry out a joint seismic deployment in Nicaragua, recording microseismicity activity at magnitude 1.5 or less; analyze microseismicity data to define possible fracture zones/geothermal conduits; determine the velocity and possibly the attenuation structure in the El Hoyo-Monte Calan area; and work with the staff of the Trans-Pacific Geothermal Company to evaluate existing geological and geophysical data.
- Research Organization:
- Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL), Livermore, CA (United States)
- Sponsoring Organization:
- USDOE Office of Defense Programs (DP) (US)
- DOE Contract Number:
- W-7405-ENG-48
- OSTI ID:
- 8563
- Report Number(s):
- UCRL-ID-133825; TRN: AH200121%%278
- Resource Relation:
- Other Information: PBD: 1 Apr 1999
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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