Aiming Lin Knihy

Covering field investigations and laboratory experiments, this book delves into meso-scale and micro-scale textures, fault models, and the implications of pseudotachylyte for understanding earthquakes. It aims to bridge seismology and geology, fostering a deeper exploration of seismic faulting processes. The work emphasizes the importance of integrating various analyses to enhance our comprehension of earthquake mechanics.

Focusing on the 2016 Kumamoto earthquake, the book explores the deformation characteristics of surface ruptures and their connection to the Aso volcano and active faults. It delves into the mechanisms and processes of seismogenic faults linked to the crustal structure beneath the Aso caldera. Aimed at bridging various fields such as seismology, volcanology, and geology, it encourages further research into earthquake mechanisms and seismic faulting processes for improved disaster prevention and understanding.

This book focuses on the earthquake source materials produced or deformed by both seismic faulting and aseismic creep within seismogenic fault zones at different levels of the crust. In particular, the mechanisms and processes involved in the formation of earthquake materials are covered. The book is intended to help bridge the gap between seismology and geology and to encourage further studies of earthquake mechanisms and seismic faulting processes.