Details of Award
NERC Reference : NER/A/S/2001/01001
Measuring and modelling the collapse of volcanic domes.
Grant Award
- Principal Investigator:
- Professor G Wadge, University of Reading, Environmental Systems Science Centre
- Co-Investigator:
- Professor G Smith, University of St Andrews, Physics and Astronomy
- Co-Investigator:
- Professor H Pinkerton, Lancaster University, Lancaster Environment Centre
- Grant held at:
- University of Reading, Environmental Systems Science Centre
- Science Area:
- Earth
- Overall Classification:
- Earth
- ENRIs:
- Environmental Risks and Hazards
- Science Topics:
- Volcanic Processes
- Geohazards
- Abstract:
- The growth and repeated collapse of lava domes at volcanoes is a source of risk and scientific uncertainty. We propose to reduce that uncertainty by a programme of observation and modelling. A novel millimetre wave radarometer will be built to measure the shape and temperature of a growing lava dome. The data from this new type of instrument will be combined with finite element models of the thermomechanical properties of the dome to estimate the likelihood of collapse. We will undertake this study in collaboration with the Montserrat Volcano Observatory, which has an operational need for such a technique. The technique, however, is generic and the results unique and we will seek to promote use of AVTIS across a number of volcano observatories.
- Period of Award:
- 1 Oct 2002 - 31 Dec 2005
- Value:
- £9,799 Lead Split Award
Authorised funds only
- NERC Reference:
- NER/A/S/2001/01001
- Grant Stage:
- Completed
- Scheme:
- Standard Grants Pre FEC
- Grant Status:
- Closed
- Programme:
- Standard Grant
This grant award has a total value of £9,799
FDAB - Financial Details (Award breakdown by headings)
| Total - T&S | Total - Other Costs | Total - Equipment |
|---|---|---|
| £6,975 | £1,090 | £1,735 |
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