3-D Structural Geology : A Practical Guide to Quantitative Surface and Subsurface Map Interpretation PDF
by Richard H. Groshong
Description
Geological structures are three dimensional, yet are typically represented by, and - terpreted from, outcrop maps and structure contour maps, both of which are curved two-dimensional surfaces.
Maps plus serial sections, called 21/2-D, provide a closer approach to three dimensionality.
Computer technology now makes it possible for geological interpretations to be developed from the beginning in a fully three dim- sional environment.
Fully 3-D geological models allow significantly better interpre- tions and interpretations that are much easier to share with other geologists and with the general public.
This book provides an overview of techniques for constructing structural interpretations in 2-D, 21/2-D and 3-D environments; for interpolating - tween and extrapolating beyond the control points; and for validating the final int- pretation.
The underlying philosophy is that structures are three-dimensional solid bodies and that data from throughout the structure, whether in 2-D or 3-D format, should be integrated into an internally consistent 3-D interpretation.
It is assumed that most users of this book will do their work on a computer.
C- sequently, the book provides quantitative structural methods and techniques that are designed for use with spreadsheets, mapping software, and three-dimensional c- puter-graphics programs.
The book is also intended to provide the background for understanding what interpretive software, for example, a computer contouring p- gram, does automatically.
Most techniques are presented in both a traditional format appropriate for paper, pencil, and a pocket calculator, and in quantitative format for use with spreadsheets and computer-graphics or computer-aided-design programs.
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- Publisher:Springer Berlin Heidelberg
- Publication Date:09/07/2006
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Download - Immediately Available
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- Publisher:Springer Berlin Heidelberg
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- ISBN:9783540310556
