Low-cost microcomputer-based instrument for detecting seismic activity using a magnetic vibration sensor

Authors

Chrysline Margus N. Piñol ⋅ PH Institute of Mathematical Sciences and Physics, University of the Philippines Los Baños
Nelio C. Altoveros ⋅ PH Institute of Mathematical Sciences and Physics, University of the Philippines Los Baños

Abstract

A low-cost microcomputer-based instrument for detecting seismic activity using a moving magnet phonograph cartridge needle was designed to approximate the efficiency of standard but expensive seismic instruments. Results revealed that the phonograph stylus shows considerable potential in detecting vertical movements. However, the instrument requires refinement so as to its sensitivity in monitoring and simulating the ground movements at the Mt. Makiling area.

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Issue

2002: Proceedings of the 20th Samahang Pisika ng Pilipinas Physics Congress

Article ID

SPP-2002-PP-43

Section

Physics Education

Published

2002-10-23

How to Cite

[1]

CMN Piñol and NC Altoveros, Low-cost microcomputer-based instrument for detecting seismic activity using a magnetic vibration sensor, Proceedings of the Samahang Pisika ng Pilipinas 20, SPP-2002-PP-43 (2002). URL: https://proceedings.spp-online.org/article/view/SPP-2002-PP-43.