This 4 Component Seismograph is a highly versatile multi-sensor technology designed for active earthquake regions, capable of recording high-quality vertical motion data from earthquakes of all magnitudes, both near and far. Its advanced accelerometer sensors remain on scale to accurately detect larger local earthquakes across all axes. With the ability to measure both strong motion and micro-seismic activity, RS4D ensures comprehensive seismic monitoring. Explore our free software tools to enhance data analysis and visualization.
RASPBERRY SHAKE RS4D STRONG-MOTION SEISMOGRAPH
$1.299,00 – $1.499,00Price range: $1.299,00 through $1.499,00
OVERVIEW
Description
Harnessing the power of both accelerometers and geophone technology, the RS4D delivers reliable seismic monitoring from subtle micro-tremors to the most powerful earthquakes.
Overview
The RS4D combines a vertical geophone velocity sensor with three accelerometers, providing a unique dual-sensor design that captures both ground velocity and ground acceleration. This extended detection range makes it ideal for environments where traditional seismographs may saturate during strong shaking.
With its three accelerometers covering all axes (vertical, north–south, east–west), the RS4D ensures high-fidelity measurements across the seismic spectrum—perfect for earthquake-prone regions and structural health monitoring applications.
Key Features
- Dual-sensor design: integrated velocity (geophone) + acceleration (accelerometers)
- Captures both strong motion and micro-seismic activity
- Three accelerometers for full 3-axis ground motion detection
- Wide decibel range for greater sensitivity and accuracy
- Compact, all-in-one, and highly portable design
Why Choose the RS4D?
The RS4D is purpose-built for high-seismic environments, staying accurate and on-scale even during extreme ground shaking. Its dual measurement system enables detailed analysis of both near-field and distant seismic events while ensuring local acceleration is fully captured.
Beyond earthquake monitoring, the accelerometer suite expands the RS4D’s capability to structural health monitoring, making it an invaluable tool for infrastructure safety, resilience studies, and seismic research programs.
Whether deployed for local seismicity, strong-motion studies, or advanced SHM, the RS4D provides professional-grade data quality in a portable, easy-to-deploy package.
Scientific Publications Featuring RS4D
- Seismic Observations in Bucharest Area with a Raspberry Shake Citizen Science Network.
- Reduce Seismic Risk: Analysis of a “Small Box” that Can Do a Lot.
- “Saving Precious Seconds”—A Novel Approach to Implementing a Low-Cost Earthquake Early Warning System.
- Monitoring of Local Earthquakes in Haiti Using Low‐Cost, Citizen‐Hosted Seismometers and Regional Broadband Stations.
- Seismic Instrumentation and Structural Health Monitoring of Essential Buildings.
Integration & Deployment
Like all Raspberry Shake models, the RS4D is network-ready, easily integrates into existing seismic systems, and can be rapidly deployed for immediate data collection.
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