Review of Double-Focusing Imaging Technology in Seismic Exploration

Authors

  • Wenzhen Fang
  • Huili Zhang
  • Zijiang Yang

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.54691/4deq6c89

Keywords:

Double-focusing Imaging; Observation System Design; Seismic Exploration; Resolution Analysis;

Abstract

This paper systematically summarizes the research progress of double-focusing imaging methods in seismic exploration. As an observation system evaluation method based on wave theory, the double-focusing imaging method can directly reflect the prestack migration imaging effect and provide a scientific basis for the design of observation systems in seismic exploration. It systematically sorts out the theoretical basis, development history, algorithm improvement, application examples and future trends of the double-focusing imaging method, focuses on expounding the evolution process of the double-focusing method from homogeneous media to complex media and from sparse acquisition to "two-wide and one-high" acquisition, and analyzes the influence law of key parameters of the observation system on imaging quality, providing theoretical guidance and practical reference for the design of observation systems in seismic exploration.

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28-02-2026

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How to Cite

Fang, W., Zhang, H., & Yang, Z. (2026). Review of Double-Focusing Imaging Technology in Seismic Exploration. Frontiers in Sustainable Development, 6(2), 112-115. https://doi.org/10.54691/4deq6c89