IS 15681 : 2006 Geological Exploration by Geophysical Method (Seismic Refraction) - Code of Practice

1 Scope

1.1 This standard deals with seismic refraction methodincluding the equipment, field procedures, andinterpretation of data for assessment of subsurfacematerials. Seismic refraction measurements, asdescribed in this standard, are applicable in mappingsubsurface conditions for various uses includinggeological, geotechnical, hydrological, environmental,mineral and archaeological investigations. Thecalculated seismic wave velocity is related to the typeof rock, degree of weathering, and rippabilityassessment on the basis of seismic velocity and othergeologic information.

1.2 Interpretation of the data collected during theseismic refraction survey is referred to in this standardonly in a general way. For full details of the theory,field procedure, or interpretation of the data, referenceshould be made to specialized texts.