In 2005, our seismometers were deployed across the Carpathians. As part of the project, the depth of the mantle transition zone was calculated to better understand the geodynamics of the region. Read more about this deployment here: tinyurl.com/26w3bk5w #SeismicSaturdays

Back in 2005, 30 of our 6TD seismometers were shipped off to the Torfajökull region of Iceland. The aim of the deployment was to understand the persistent small scale seismicity in the region and gain a better understanding of the low frequency seismicity. #SeismicSaturdays

Back in May 2006, 31 of our 6TD seismometers were deployed across Norway and Sweden. While Sweden's uplift can be explained through crustal thickness, Norway may have required additional flexural strength of the crust or a dynamic response to the Iceland Plume. #SeismicSaturdays

Between 2012-2013, 70 of our broadband seismometers were deployed across North Anatolia to investigate the crustal structures along the fault zones. Across the region, 1371 earthquakes were located along the north and south branches of the fault. #SeismicSaturdays

Between 2013-2015, as part of the QM-III network, 10 of our seismometers were deployed across SE Canada. The study aimed to understand the evolution of crustal systems across the Archean Superior Craton. Check out the research paper here: agupubs.onlinelibrar... #SeismicSaturdays

With England playing over 7500 km away, we can't detect the crowd in the Dallas stadium. But closer to home, we've been able to detect Leicester games from our seismometers, including the crowds reaction to this goal by Jamie Vardy last year. #SeismicSaturdays #WorldCup

Thank you everyone for playing our game. The answer was C. In March 2023, a fighter jet created a sonic boom over Northamptonshire that was heard across several counties. The sonic boom was picked up by our sensors, as well as others seismometers across several counties. #SeismicSaturdays

Guess the Source - a little game for the community. Seismometers can pick up a lot of different sources from near and far, but can you tell what this seismometer has picked up? Comment your answer below. Data from Raspberry Shake seismometer. #SeismicSaturdays #CitizenScience

It's not just earthquakes our seismometers pick up, they can also detect the weather! On Thursday morning a large lightning storm hit Leicester, with the thunder being picked up on our seismometers, showing as peaks in the seismogram. #SeismicSaturdays

We have a variety of onshore seismic equipment available for loan. If you want to apply for the next round of loan applications, the deadline is 23rd October 2026. You can check out more details on how to apply here: gef.nerc.ac.uk/apply/ #SeismicSaturdays

Following the M7.8 Gorkha Earthquake in the Indian thrust belt, some of our seismic instrumentation was used to constrain crustal discontinuities, the earthquake physics, and the seismic hazards in the region. #SeismicSaturdays

During the 2018-2019 Antarctic summer season, several of our instruments were used to monitor icequakes and the glacial-bed interface. The data demonstrated a more complex interface than originally assumed, allowing for better constraints on ice-dynamics models. #SeismicSaturdays

This week saw a M7.4 earthquake on the NE coast of Japan which was detected in our workshop in Leicester, UK. #SeismicSaturdays

Back in 2012, our geophones were used to measure the vibration levels of trains on different embankment setups. The research discovered that track cuttings generate higher amplitude vibrations compared to raised embankments or at-grade track sections. #SeismicSaturdays

As part of the ARGOS Project in 2012, 12 of our seismometers were deployed to the Aluto Volcano in Ethiopia. The seismic data was used to understand fluid pathways beneath the volcano. The results will aid in the exploration of geothermal energy for the country. #SeismicSaturdays

Our seismometers appear to have left us an 'Easter Egg' to find in our seismic data! Happy Easter Everyone! #SeismicSaturdays

On Tuesday at 04:37:50 (UTC) a M7.5 #earthquake struck 229.5 km below the Tonga Island Region. This earthquake was detected all around the world, including on the other side of the world in our SEIS-UK office. #SeismicSaturdays

In Dec 2022, after seismicity and uplift in the Fernandina volcano, 7 of our seismometers were deployed to the Galapagos. Seismicity and satellite data demonstrated increased earthquake freq. with surface uplift, consistent with magma movement of shallow events. #SeismicSaturdays

We have 36 high frequency geophones available for loan alongside our broadband sensors. These sensors and data loggers are capable of operating at -40°C and up to a maximum of 60°C. #SeismicSaturdays

We have 51 ESPCDs available for loan at SEIS-UK. These devices are most suitable for shorter period surface wave and body wave studies. #SeismicSaturdays

The 3T series from Guralp is our next equipment on our equipment showcase. Capable of recording local, regional, and global studies, the polar rated equipment can also monitor ice-quakes. #SeismicSaturdays

Next up on our equipment showcase, we have the Trillium Horizon and Centaur from Nanometrics! The Trillium Horizon paired with the Centaur creates a low noise system excellent for local, regional, and teleseismic studies. #SeismicSaturdays

At SEIS-UK we have 23 6TD's available for loan with 16GB of integrated storage. These small rugged integrated units are great for quick deployment in the field, and are ideal for small local seismicity studies or tomography. #SeismicSaturdays

The Certimus is an integrated sensor and digitiser capable of recording up to a 90 degree tilt. #SeismicSaturdays

As part of a NERC Urgency grant, the Nanometrics Trillium Compact and Pegasus can be loaned out for unexpected scientific opportunities. Read more about our equipment here: seis-uk.le.ac.uk/equ... Check out this research from the Galápagos: agupubs.onlinelibrar... #SeismicSaturdays

To kick off 2026, we thought we'd show the variety of equipment we have available for loan in SEIS-UK. This is the start of a series we'll be doing over the coming weeks to showcase our equipment as well as the research the community has conducted. # SeismicSaturdays

I hope you've enjoyed our #SeismicSaturdays this year, we'll be taking a break over the Christmas period but will be back in the New Year. Happy Holidays!

On Wednesday 3rd December at 23:23:34 (UTC), a M3.2 earthquake occurred in Silverdale, Lancashire (UK). The earthquake was felt in towns and villages within 25 km from the epicentre. The earthquake could also be seen on our Seismometers in SEIS_UK, with clear P and S wave arrivals. #SeismicSaturdays

In 2017, 10 of our seismometers were deployed across the Afar region of Ethiopia. A swarm of ~1000 earthquakes occurred along a ~15 km fault system. Subsequent receiver functions showed crustal thinning from ~38 km to 14 km, as a result of continental breakup. #SeismicSaturdays

Did you know, we have all the components for a GEODE study, including: 4.5 and 100 Hz geophones, 2x12 channel cables, and a hammer switch and plate. Check out this research on railway vibrations in Edinburgh using the GEODE: tinyurl.com/yndfxshm # SeismicSaturdays