Method of processing seismic data

Details Method of processing seismic data Method of processing seismic data

2005-09-27

2005-09-27

Broda, Samuel (Department: 2123)

Data processing: structural design, modeling, simulation, and em

Simulating nonelectrical device or system

Fluid

C703S002000, C703S007000, C702S014000

Reexamination Certificate

active

06950790

ABSTRACT:
A method of processing seismic data using a seismic energy propagation model of the subsurface is disclosed. The method assigns seismic source, seismic receiver, and reflection point locations to the propagation model; identifies a plurality of alternative raypaths consistent with the propagation model that originate at said seismic source location, reflect at said reflection point location, and terminate at said seismic receiver location; selects a raypath from the plurality of alternative raypaths having a shortest ray length, and utilizes the selected raypath in subsequent seismic processing.

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