The ancient Chinese seismometer Imagine a device that could detect earthquakes from hundreds of miles away, without modern technology or satellites. Sounds like science fiction? Well, ancient China had a solution that's both fascinating and ingenious. Meet the dragon and toad seismometer, a 2nd-century innovation created by the brilliant Chinese inventor Zhang Heng Zhang Heng : The Ingenious Design This bronze vessel featured eight dragon heads, each holding a ball in its mouth.

A seismometer printing line records earthquake tremors on white paper. (Photo collage by Türkiye Today team)

The SS08 is a broadband triaxial seismometer designed for quick deployment, extreme environments, and secure transport. With ultra-low noise levels, automatic mass centering, and high sensitivity, it delivers observatory-grade seismic data for earthquake monitoring, microseismic studies, and planetary geophysics. Low power consumption makes it ideal for remote installations, while its rugged, IP68-rated enclosure ensures long-term reliability.