University of Bergen and British Geological Survey conducted a marine geophysical survey in August 2000 aboard the RV Hakon Mosby. The data collection focused on the AFEN slide area of the Shetlands margin to assess continental slope stability for the EU COSTA project. Subsurface seismic data was acquired using BGS Deep-tow boomer and Halliburton sleeve gun systems.
Use Cases
- Analyze subsurface seismic data from the BGS Deep-tow boomer to model sediment layers on the continental slope.
- Process seismic profiles from the Halliburton sleeve gun system to identify potential geological hazards.
- Integrate geophysical survey data with bathymetric maps to assess slope stability in the Shetlands margin area.
- Correlate seismic reflection data from the AFEN slide with regional geological studies of the European Continental Margin.
Strengths
- Data originates from a joint project between the University of Bergen and the authoritative British Geological Survey.
- Survey employed two specific seismic acquisition systems: BGS Deep-tow boomer and Halliburton sleeve gun.
- Technical documentation is referenced in the University of Bergen report 100-02/00 (BGS2000/074).
Limitations
- The dataset's specific structure, column definitions, and sample size are unknown from the provided input.
- Data is from a single survey in August 2000, offering a snapshot rather than temporal analysis.
- Accessibility details regarding file formats, size, and licensing are not provided.
Provenance
- Source
- British Geological Survey (BGS) and University of Bergen.
- Collection Method
- Marine geophysical survey using BGS Deep-tow boomer and Halliburton sleeve gun systems for seismic data collection.
- Time Range
- 09 August 2000 to 15 August 2000.
- Freshness
- null
- Geography
- AFEN slide, Shetlands margin area of the European Continental Margin.