Spektrum Geophysik AG

Our Services

Providing Geophysical Solutions for Natural Hazard Investigations

Characterization & Mapping

Using state-of-the-art geophysical techniques, we conduct rapid seismic mapping and characterization of unstable slopes.

Rapid availability of results
Independent of surface deformations
Completely non-destructive and non-invasive
Ideal for planning and optimizing further in-depth analyses

Monitoring

We provide structural health monitoring of unstable slopes based on ambient vibration techniques to support your early warning service.

Near-real-time monitoring of structural integrity and blasting
Independent of surface deformations
Sensitive to structural changes (e.g., rock fragmentation)
Fundamental information to assess co-seismic behavior

Geophysical Expertise

Specializing in seismic methods, we offer a comprehensive range of geophysical solutions focused on natural hazard assessment and engineering applications.

Ground investigations
Landslide, rockfall, and permafrost investigations
Cavity detection and localization
Seismic microzonation

Research & Development

We are closely collaborating with academic institutions to transform scientific advances into practice.

Research collaborations
Scientific publications
Software development
Hardware development

Our Methods

We are specialized in near-surface geophysical techniques and offer a wide range of methods tailored to natural hazards and engineering challenges.

Passive Seismics - Mapping

Seismic Amplification
Modal Analysis

Passive Seismics - Monitoring

Resonance Frequency and Polarization
Seismic Interferometry

Active Seismics

Seismic Refraction Tomography (SRT)
Multi-Channel Analysis of Surface Waves (MASW)

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Reference Projects

Karrat and Kangerluarsuk Fjords

Mapping

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About Us

Seismic Techniques for Natural Hazard Investigations

Traditional methods for characterizing and monitoring slope instabilities often rely on sensing surface displacements, potentially missing critical subsurface changes. Ambient seismic vibration techniques provide a solution by revealing important information about the structural properties of rocks and soils. These techniques allow mapping and characterization of instabilities and assessment of material degradation independent of surface deformation, and can even be used for real-time monitoring.

«Our mission is to bring the latest developments in ambient seismic vibration techniques and engineering geophysics, with a special focus on natural hazards, into practical applications.»

Spektrum Geophysik AG is a recognized spin-off company of ETH Zurich, founded in 2022. The development of the company was supported by the ETH Foundation.