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Spatial–temporal variations of b-values prior to medium-to-large earthquakes in Taiwan and the feasibility of real-time precursor monitoring

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: This study explores the b -value variations prior to M ≥ 6.0 earthquakes in Taiwan, examining their potential as earthquake precursors. Focusing on the 2018 Hualien earthquake and others between 1999 and 2021, we found that many large earthquakes occurred in areas with low b -values a year prior, although there were no significant temporal changes near the epicenters. However, for more accurate earthquake precursors, incorporating additional factors is recommended to minimize uncertainty. Graphical Abstract

Source: Earth Planets and Space

DOI: 10.1186/s40623-024-02065-w

Authors: Chung-Han Chan, Jo-Chen Kao, Da-Yi Chen

Institutions: National Central University, Central Weather Administration

Language: English

Topic: Earthquake Detection and Analysis

Subfield: Geophysics

Field: Earth and Planetary Sciences

Domain: Physical Sciences

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,590

Funders: Ministry of Education, Ministry of Science and Technology, Taiwan