Seismic sensor and accelerometer

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Seismic sensors and accelerometers are both utilized for sensing vibrations, but they serve distinct purposes. Seismic sensors are specifically designed to monitor Earth vibrations, while accelerometers can be tailored for various applications, such as airbag deployment. Notably, seismic sensors may employ different principles than standard accelerometers, with historical references to acoustic seismic sensors dating back to around 400 BC for detecting intruders. Understanding these differences is crucial for selecting the appropriate technology for vibration monitoring.

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Both Seismic sensors and accelerometers are used for sensing vibration. Then what is the difference between them?
 
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The goal of a seismic sensor is to monitor Earth vibrations. It can be based on an accelerometer specifically designed for this application. But accelerometers can be designed for other applications, such as airbag sensing. In this case, they are not seismic sensors. Also, principles different than accelerometers may be used for developing seismic sensors.
 
The first seismic sensors that I'm aware of were acoustic. It was mentioned in a Chinese document from somewhere around 400 BC, and was designed to detect intruders.
 

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