Objects hold stories, experiences and knowledge. In this section of the exhibition dedicated to ‘Talking Objects’, scientific and technological instruments illustrate how the ways in which earthquakes are observed, recorded and documented have evolved.
From analogue seismic networks to the most modern digital networks, sensors and accelerometers illustrate the key stages in the evolution of seismology, from field-based observation to remote monitoring.
Alongside the measuring instruments, the transceiver serves as a reminder of the crucial role played by amateur radio operators in communications during the emergency following the 1980 earthquake, when maintaining connections meant making a tangible contribution to the rescue operations.
Rounding off the exhibition is one of the analogue cameras used for post-earthquake surveys: it illustrates the value of photography as a tool for documentation and research.
With a simple tap, you can learn much more about their technical functions and discover the evolution of scientific research and the technologies used to understand the territory, tackle emergencies and preserve its memory.
