‘Seafloor fiber- optic cables become sensor stations “Smart cables” will detect earthquakes, tsunamis, and global warming’ by Paul Voosen, Science Magazine
‘Seafloor fiber- optic cables become sensor stations “Smart cables” will detect earthquakes, tsunamis, and global warming’ by Paul Voosen, Science Magazine.
The article discusses the implementation of SMART cables, capable of both internet data transmission and environmental monitoring. These cables integrate sensors pointwise along the cable, enabling real-time detection of seismic activity and ocean changes. Portugal is set to deploy one such cable across the Atlantic, while other regions like New Caledonia, Vanuatu, and the Mediterranean have similar projects underway. The initiative addresses longstanding challenges in climate and ocean monitoring and disaster risk reduction (e. g., earthquakes and tsunamis), offering valuable scientific insights and enhancing safety for coastal communities.
