[WLRC, April 2026] A technical briefing on ASPEN Technology was held at the WLRC Meeting Hall on 23rd of April 2026, bringing together experts and stakeholders to explore advanced solutions in seismic monitoring and data management.
The session focused on how ASPEN Technology supports array data continuity and integrates with the global seismographic network. Participants were introduced to key instruments used in seismic monitoring, including dataloggers, recorders, broadband sensors, and strong motion sensors—tools essential for capturing accurate and real-time geophysical data.
The briefing was delivered by Toufik Allili, regional contact for the Middle East and Africa at Kinemetrics, alongside Atalay Ayele, Director of the Institute of Geophysics, Space Science and Astronomy (IGSSA) at Addis Ababa University.
During their presentation, the speakers demonstrated the importance of these instruments in monitoring the structural integrity of large infrastructures such as dams. They highlighted how real-time seismic data—capturing time, location, and magnitude—is recorded and analyzed using the Antelope platform.
A practical demonstration featured data from the Furi seismic station within the Ethiopian network. The presenters showcased daily recordings using automatic detection capabilities powered by Antelope software, illustrating the system’s efficiency in continuous seismic monitoring.
Kinemetrics, with more than 55 years of experience, has been at the forefront of earthquake monitoring and assessing their impact on the built environment. The company employs advanced technological platforms to enhance global seismic observation and infrastructure safety.
The session concluded with discussions on the potential application of ASPEN Technology in strengthening Ethiopia’s seismic monitoring capacity and safeguarding critical infrastructure.[WLRC, April 2026] A technical briefing on ASPEN Technology was held at the WLRC Meeting Hall on 23rd of April 2026, bringing together experts and stakeholders to explore advanced solutions in seismic monitoring and data management.
The session focused on how ASPEN Technology supports array data continuity and integrates with the global seismographic network. Participants were introduced to key instruments used in seismic monitoring, including dataloggers, recorders, broadband sensors, and strong motion sensors—tools essential for capturing accurate and real-time geophysical data.
The briefing was delivered by Toufik Allili, regional contact for the Middle East and Africa at Kinemetrics, alongside Atalay Ayele, Director of the Institute of Geophysics, Space Science and Astronomy (IGSSA) at Addis Ababa University.
During their presentation, the speakers demonstrated the importance of these instruments in monitoring the structural integrity of large infrastructures such as dams. They highlighted how real-time seismic data—capturing time, location, and magnitude—is recorded and analyzed using the Antelope platform.
A practical demonstration featured data from the Furi seismic station within the Ethiopian network. The presenters showcased daily recordings using automatic detection capabilities powered by Antelope software, illustrating the system’s efficiency in continuous seismic monitoring.
Kinemetrics, with more than 55 years of experience, has been at the forefront of earthquake monitoring and assessing their impact on the built environment. The company employs advanced technological platforms to enhance global seismic observation and infrastructure safety.
The session concluded with discussions on the potential application of ASPEN Technology in strengthening Ethiopia’s seismic monitoring capacity and safeguarding critical infrastructure.