Sounds of Seismic (SOS)
Sounds of Seismic (SOS) transforms MiniSEED seismic waveform data into geophysical sonic experiences. AI algorithms and sound synthesis convert real-time USGS and EarthScope data into generative ambient soundscapes. A minimalist, browser-based interface streams seismic truths as electronic instruments. SOS scales dynamic sonifications via LLM pattern analysis, inspiring interdisciplinary collaborations to redefine data-driven music. This platform pioneers real-time geophysical insights through music, delivering scalable, innovative sonic experiences for a global audience.
1. Core Objectives
- Sounds of Seismic translates MiniSeed seismic waveform data into musical compositions.
- SOS uses AI-driven algorithms to create sonic interpretations of geophysical data.
- Sounds of Seismic investigates geophysical truths via electronic musical expression.
2. System Architecture
- Data Ingestion: Interfaces with USGS/EarthScope for real-time MiniSEED (BHZ) waveform parsing.
- Audio Processing: Normalizes, resamples, and maps seismic data to musical attributes.
- Earthquake Sound Engine (ESE): Generates algorithmic granular synthesis compositions.
3. Intelligence & Agency
- Integrates LLMs for intelligent, seismic-aware sonification behavior.
- Curates and transforms seismic events into real-time sonifications.
- Composes dynamic musical narratives of Earth’s geophysical activity.
- Operates as an autonomous digital broadcast agent for sonic diaries.
4. Interface & Experience
- Minimalist UI with waveform and event metadata.
- Pure Web Audio API (no dependencies).
- In-browser accessibility and ambient listening.
5. Future Expansion
- LLM module adaptation based on seismic pattern insights.
- Ambient agents broadcasting seismic soundscapes infinitely.
- Interdisciplinary collaborations towards innovative geophysical music creations.
- Legacy design incorporating Raspberry Shake Network.
