Abstract
Recent seismological studies and numerical simulation based on rate- and statedependent friction law indicate that regularly-occurring characteristic earthquake models can be used for long-term earthquake prediction. GPS data and repeating earthquake data have enabled us to estimate the distributions of slip deficits on plate boundaries. Thus, after we experience one cycle of a large earthquake, we will be able to estimate slip distribution as well as the incidence of the next earthquake to a considerable extent by monitoring the slip deficit. Based on this background, I propose the following three projects that should be carried out in this new century. 1) Improving the accuracy and resolution to estimate slip deficit distribution. 2) Investigating the nature of asperities and aseismic slip areas. 3) Verification of the slow slips in the deeper extensions of active faults.
Sign-in/Register to access full text options 
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
