Category Archives: WP3 – Seismic Reference Stations

Ocean Bottom Seismometer installed

The third reference instrument, an ocean bottom seismoter, was installed on November 4, 2026, by the team from the Madeira Oceanic Observatory using the tuna fishing vessel Ponta Calhau. It is a DUNE-type OBS, designed and built at the Dom … Continue reading →

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Land station deployed

The second reference instrument, a seismic land station, was deployed on 22/07/2026. It was installed inside the Praia Formosa Cable Landing Station, where the GeoLab cable begins. The station name is NEKAPI, following the suggestions from the 5G class s/tudents. … Continue reading →

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