Magnetic fields of telluric currents and mapping upper portions of crust |
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| Abstract: | The author proposes a method of telluric-magnetic mapping, profiling, and exploration. The profiling involves recording of short-period variations in the telluric current and the magnetic field (MTP) and an areal (MVR), similar to the above. The method can be used on any segment of the crust, especially with newly designed, highly sensitive short-period magnetometer. The magnetic fields of telluric currents are measured by means of a four-channel oscillograph controlled from a panel in which switches are incorporated. The magnetic fields of the telluric current are measured at two points, since the automatic switching arrangement permits a procedure identical with the measurements in the telluric current. Amplitudes and periods of almost sinusoidal waves are measures of the chords of the elliposidal electric and magnetic fields. Analysis of magnetic field mapping and its results are given. The author feels that the telluric-magnetic profiling should replace direct telluric voltage measurements in many regions because of its economics. It gives precise data on the structure of the sedimentary cover. Telluric-exploration will open up entirely new possibilities in permafrost zones and the method will be substantially more efficient than direct telluric measurements. — A.W. Bellais |
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