Seismic Imaging and Monitoring by using portable active seismic source and fiber optic cable technology for CCS, Geothermal and Geotechnical
10.00am | Sunday, 10 May 2026 | Bandung, Indonesia
Workshop Overview
Advancements in fiber optic sensing and portable seismic sources are transforming the way geoscientists image and monitor the subsurface. These technologies offer new opportunities for high-resolution monitoring in both spatial and temporal domains in a variety of applications, including carbon capture and storage (CCS), geothermal energy development, and geotechnical investigations.
This workshop introduces participants to the principles and practical applications of Distributed Acoustic Sensing (DAS) using fiber optic cables, combined with portable active seismic sources. Participants will gain insights into how these technologies can be applied for subsurface imaging and monitoring, enabling improved understanding of subsurface structures and processes.
The course will cover the fundamental theories, acquisition techniques, and processing approaches associated with fiber optic seismic data, alongside real-world case studies from CCS, geothermal, and geotechnical projects. Through these examples, participants will explore both the capabilities and challenges associated with implementing these emerging technologies in operational environments.
By integrating theoretical concepts with practical case studies, the workshop aims to provide participants with a comprehensive introduction to modern seismic monitoring techniques that are increasingly relevant to energy transition, infrastructure development, and environmental monitoring.
| Instructor | Dr. Akihisa (MayQ) Takahashi (Wavelet, Inc) Dr. Fernando Lawrens Hutapea (Institut Teknologi Bandung) |
| Language | English |
| Level | Foundation to Intermediate |
| Duration and Format | 3 live sessions of 4.5 hours (1.5 hours each) |
Course Description
The course discusses seismic methods for imaging and monitoring subsurface including CCS, Geothermal and Geotechnical. Specifically, the following topics will be covered:
Basic theory of fiber optic cable technology
Data acquisition using fiber optic cable
Data characteristics of DAS
Basic theory of wave propagation
Reflection seismic data acquisition and processing
Surface wave data acquisition and processing
Case study: CCS Imaging and monitoring
Case study: Imaging in the geothermal area
Case study: Imaging and monitoring in the field of geotechnical
Course Objectives
Upon completion of the course, participants will be able to understand possibilities and challenges related to geophysical imaging and monitoring using portable active seismic source and fiber optic cable technology.
Participants' Profile
The course is designed for Geoscientists from energy (oil/mining), geotechnical, and service companies, as well as academic researchers and students.
The course is designed for Geoscientists from energy (oil/mining), geotechnical, and service companies, as well as academic researchers and students.
Pre-requisites
Participants are better to have knowledge of basic geophysics.
About the Instructors
Dr. Akihisa "MayQ" Takahashi is Executive Fellow at Wavelet, Inc., where he previously served as Chief Executive Officer. He earned his Ph.D. in Engineering from Kyoto University and his M.Sc. in Geophysics from Tohoku University. With a career spanning over four decades in the energy and geophysical sectors, Dr. Takahashi spent the majority of his professional life at Japan Petroleum Exploration Co., Ltd. (JAPEX), where he rose to prominent leadership positions including Executive Officer, Senior General Manager of the Technical Division, and General Manager of Exploration Planning. His extensive international and management experience includes serving as General Manager for JAPEX’s Asia Oceania Project Division and a tenure with Japan Canada Oil Sands Ltd. in Calgary. Parallel to his corporate career, he has made significant contributions to academia as a Project Researcher at The University of Tokyo (2021 to 2025) and as a two-time Visiting Professor at Kyushu University (2018, 2021). A distinguished researcher in his field, He is a two-time recipient of the SEGJ Best Paper Award (2006, 2010) for his excellence in geophysical exploration.
Dr. Eng Fernando Lawrens Hutapea is a lecturer in Geophysical Engineering and in the Geothermal Engineering Master's Program at Institut Teknologi Bandung (ITB). He earned his doctoral degree from Kyushu University, Japan. His research and projects focus on using active and passive seismic methods for exploration and monitoring, primarily targeting oil, geothermal, and gas fields. He is also a member of the Center of Excellence for Carbon Capture, Storage & Utilization Indonesia, which focuses on monitoring systems for CO2 plume migration. Additionally, he works on geophysical computing, particularly high-performance and automated data processing for big data.
