Temporal and spatial variations in three-dimensional seismic oceanography

Abstract. Seismic oceanography is a new cross-discipline between geophysics and that uses seismic reflection data to image study the oceanic water column. Previous work on was largely limited two-dimensional (2D) methods. Here we explore quantify temporal spatial variations in three-dimensional (3D) address whether 3D imaging meaningful all directions how one can take advantage of variations. From multichannel survey acquired for oil gas exploration Gulf Mexico over 6-month period, volume derived. The images exhibit both ocean, theoretical analyses were used their contribution. Our results suggest variation more prominent crossline direction than inline direction, causing discontinuities images. However, series be seen as snapshots column at different times, capturing thermohaline structures induced by ocean dynamics. findings potential marine studying time-evolving mesoscale