Revolutionizing Urban Exploration Projects
In 2020, SmartSolo played a pivotal role in multiple urban exploration projects across Europe. Ranging from 3 km to 20 km in length, these projects were effectively completed within days, leading to significant cost savings and increased profits. SmartSolo has firmly established itself as the first choice for intelligent seismic sensors in urban exploration.

Key Urban Exploration Projects
Switzerland Project 1
- Duration: One week (night acquisition)
- Line Distance: 20 km
- Spacing: 5 m node spacing, 10 m shot spacing
- Setup: 500 active arrays
France Urban Aquifer Exploration
- Duration: One night
- Line Distance: 6 km
- Spacing: 5 m node spacing, 10 m shot spacing
- Setup: 300 active arrays
Switzerland Project 2
- Duration: Two nights
- Line Distance: 8 km
- Spacing: 10 m node spacing, 20 m shot spacing
- Setup: 700 active arrays
Switzerland Project 3
- Duration: One night
- Line Distance: 20 km
- Spacing: 5 m node spacing, 10 m shot spacing
- Setup: 500 active arrays

Best Practices for Urban Exploration with SmartSolo IGUs
Targeted Data Collection
Given the complexity of urban environments, SmartSolo advises clients to:
- Identify subsurface objects during the early stages of data recording.
- Collect experimental line data to optimize device parameters and confirm operational efficacy.
Nighttime Operations
All data collection was conducted at night to minimize the impact of urban noise. The efficiency of SmartSolo IGUs enabled seamless operations in challenging urban settings.
Enhanced Efficiency with SmartSolo IGUs
- Convenient Deployment: SmartSolo IGUs allowed deployment teams to complete tasks efficiently.
- High-Density Surveys: The small spacing capability of node geophones meant that just a few hundred IGUs could achieve high-density surveys.
- Versatility: SmartSolo’s flexibility improved survey site diversification and delivered superior results, even in noisy urban environments.
Conclusion
SmartSolo continues to transform urban exploration with its intelligent seismic sensor technology. From aquifer exploration to complex urban surveys, SmartSolo IGUs provide unmatched efficiency, precision, and reliability. Urban exploration has never been easier or more profitable.
