The One-Dimensional Elastic Wave Equation: A Finite-Difference Formulation for Animated Computer Applications to Full Waveform Propagation
Abstract
A FORTRAN computer program for modeling full waveform propagation through a layered homogeneous one-dimensional medium is presented. The output synthetic seismograms are generated using a finite-difference approximation to the wave equation, as opposed to the more conventional approach of simply convolving the calculated reflection coefficient wavetrains with representative wavelets. The strength of the program in wavefront propagation is screen animated and can be captured on hard copy. The software is user-friendly, and was developed primarily as an instructional tool. Each of the finite-difference input parameters is explained in detail for those unfamiliar with the finite-difference theory.
Recommended Citation
R. S. Williams et al., "The One-Dimensional Elastic Wave Equation: A Finite-Difference Formulation for Animated Computer Applications to Full Waveform Propagation," Computers and Geosciences, vol. 22, no. 3, pp. 253 - 266, Elsevier Limited, Apr 1996.
The definitive version is available at https://doi.org/10.1016/0098-3004(95)00077-1
Department(s)
Geosciences and Geological and Petroleum Engineering
Keywords and Phrases
FORTRAN; One-dimensional; Wave Propagation; Computer Programelastic Wavefinite Difference Method
International Standard Serial Number (ISSN)
0098-3004
Document Type
Article - Journal
Document Version
Citation
File Type
text
Language(s)
English
Rights
© 1996 Elsevier Limited, All rights reserved.
Publication Date
01 Apr 1996
