Quote by Frank Press

When the first computers started to come in, we tried to digitalize the seismological equipment.

When the first computers started to come in, we tried to dig

Summary

This quote suggests that when computers were first introduced, efforts were made to convert seismological equipment into a digital format. This process of digitalization aimed to enhance the capabilities and data processing of seismological devices, potentially leading to more accurate and efficient analysis of seismic events. This could have allowed scientists and researchers to better understand earthquakes, their patterns, and potential warnings, presenting opportunities for improving early earthquake detection systems and mitigating their impact.

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Computers

By Frank Press

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