Geophysics

Introduction to Geophysical Prospecting

Milton B. Dorbin & Carl H. Savit

Description

This comprehensive textbook covers all major fields of geophysical prospecting, making it highly valuable for applied geophysicists, petroleum engineers, mining engineers, and students. It provides a complete treatment of seismic, gravity, magnetic, electrical, and electromagnetic methods used in oil, gas, and mineral exploration. The updated edition includes expanded coverage of three-dimensional seismic exploration and modern engineering techniques in geophysical data acquisition, processing, and interpretation. The book integrates theoretical foundations with practical field applications, equipping students with the knowledge required for real-world exploration challenges.

Contents:

Chapter 1 - The Place of Geophysics in Oil and Mineral Exploration
Chapter 2 - How Seismic Waves Propagate
Chapter 3 - Seismic Recording Instruments
Chapter 4 - Acquiring Seismic Reflection Data on Land
Chapter 5 - Acquisition of Seismic Data in Water-Covered Areas
Chapter 6 - Computer Systems and Digital Filtering Concepts in Seismic-Data Processing
Chapter 7 - Seismic-Data Processing
Chapter 8 - Structural Geological Interpretation of Seismic Reflection Data
Chapter 9 - Seismic Stratigraphy, Modeling and Inversion, and Hydrocarbon Indicators
Chapter 10 - 3-D Seismic Exploration
Chapter 11 - Seismic Refraction Prospecting
Chapter 12 - Gravity Prospecting: Principles and Instruments
Chapter 13 - Gravity Field Measurements and Reductions
Chapter 14 - The Interpretation of Gravity Data
Chapter 15 - Magnetic Prospecting: Fundamental Principles and Instruments
Chapter 16 - Magnetic Surveying Techniques
Chapter 17 - Interpretation of Magnetic Data
Chapter 18 - Electrical and Electromagnetic Prospecting Methods

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