GeoSIG-TerraIntel Webinar



17/02/2026

Satellite Deformation Intelligence Meets Structural Health Monitoring

A GeoSIG–TerraIntel Partner Webinar

Hosted by: GeoSIG
Featuring: TerraIntel
 

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Why Attend?

Climate change, aging infrastructure, and increasing seismic and environmental stressors demand more than point-based monitoring alone. This webinar explores how satellite-based deformation monitoring (InSAR) and ground-based Structural Health Monitoring (SHM) work together to deliver earlier warnings, broader context, and more confident decision-making for dams and critical infrastructure.

Featured Speaker

Dr. Manoochehr (Manoo) Shirzaei
Professor, Virginia Tech
Chief Scientist, United Nations University
Dr. Shirzaei is one of the world’s leading experts in satellite-based deformation monitoring and infrastructure risk analysis. His work bridges Earth science, engineering, and policy, transforming millimetre-level satellite observations into actionable intelligence for dams, cities, and other critical assets worldwide.

What You’ll Learn

  • What satellite deformation monitoring (InSAR) is — explained clearly and intuitively
  • What millimetre-level ground motion means in real engineering terms
  • How satellite monitoring complements in-situ SHM systems (accelerometers, GNSS, tiltmeters)
  • What deformation patterns can indicate evolving risk in dams and large structures
  • How slow, long-term processes differ from short-term or event-driven signals
  • How combined SHM + satellite intelligence supports post-seismic and post-event assessment
  • Best practices, limitations, and when not to rely on satellite data alone

Format

  • Duration: 60 minutes or less
  • Style: Interactive, podcast-style discussion with light supporting slides
  • Engagement: Live audience Q&A throughout the session
  • Audience: Infrastructure owners, operators, engineers, consultants, and regulators

Why GeoSIG + TerraIntel?

GeoSIG’s high-quality, high-frequency ground-based monitoring captures local structural response, while TerraIntel’s satellite analytics reveal regional and long-term deformation processes that ground sensors cannot observe alone. Together, they provide a more complete, scalable, and resilient monitoring framework for critical infrastructure.

Webinar Details

  • Date: 25 February 2026
  • Sessions: Two live sessions to accommodate global time zones
  • Location: Online
 [Register for Session 1] [Register for Session 2]

Who Should Attend?

  • Dam owners and operators
  • Infrastructure engineers and consultants
  • SHM practitioners
  • Risk managers and decision-makers
  • Regulators and public authorities