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vibrator

1. n. [Geophysics]

An adjustable mechanical source that delivers vibratory seismic energy to the Earth for acquisition of seismic data. Mounted on large trucks, vibrators are commonly used for acquisition of onshore seismic data.

See related terms: acquisition,  buggy vibro,  shot depth,  source,  vibratory seismic data

Photographs of a vibrator and a vibrator truck.
Photographs of a vibrator and a vibrator truck.