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Evaluating PhaseNet on Teleseismic Data with MsPASS

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Evaluating PhaseNet on Teleseismic Data with MsPASS

arXiv:2605.22837v1 Announce Type: cross Abstract: Numerous studies have shown that the machine-learning picker PhaseNet produces accurate P and S picks on local earthquake signals, but its performance can degrade sharply on teleseismic signals. To address this limitation, we present a reproducible MsPASS workflow that (i) enables scalable data preparation and management for large seismic archives and (ii) supports standardized PhaseNet training and inference. We assembled a control dataset of 1.6 million waveforms linked to teleseismic P-wave picks made by analysts at the USArray Array Network

Why this matters
Why now

The proliferation of AI in scientific domains necessitates continuous evaluation and refinement of models like PhaseNet for improved real-world performance and data processing efficiency.

Why it’s important

Improving AI performance on challenging datasets like teleseismic signals broadens its applicability in critical scientific fields such as seismology, leading to more accurate predictions and understandings of natural phenomena.

What changes

The ability to accurately apply machine learning models to complex teleseismic data means more efficient and precise analysis of global seismic events, which was previously a known limitation.

Winners
  • · Geophysical research institutions
  • · Seismologists
  • · AI/ML developers
Losers
  • · Traditional manual data analysis methods
Second-order effects
Direct

PhaseNet accuracy on teleseismic data improves, leading to better seismic event detection.

Second

Enhanced global earthquake monitoring and early warning systems become more feasible.

Third

Deeper understanding of Earth's internal structure and processes through more granular seismic data analysis.

Editorial confidence: 85 / 100 · Structural impact: 40 / 100
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