This study aims to evaluate the suitability of the InSAR technique for long-term monitoring of infrastructure movements in Kuwait. The objective involves analyzing the capability of the InSAR technique (Interferometric Synthetic Aperture Radar) to continuously monitor gradual movements and deformations of various infrastructures in Kuwait over an extended period.
A-DInSAR (Advanced Satellite SAR Interferometry) analyses were conducted using images acquired in recent years from the Sentinel-1 constellation, available in the European Space Agency (ESA) archive. This technique enabled the estimation of ground and structural displacement rates and historical trends within the area of interest.
The following reference data were used:
The following analysis identifies trends observed in Kuwait City.
From this perspective, it can be stated that there are no areas at risk of ground movement.
The analyzed area demonstrates significant overall stability, with only minor displacements observed in specific localized zones. A closer examination highlights the Grand Mosque of Kuwait as a reference point. In general, the situation appears to be under control, with no significant movements detected.
It is worth noting that the observed trend indicates minor movements, consistent with the general trend observed in Kuwait City.
The scattering results align with the precision of InSAR technology, suggesting that the detected displacements match expected patterns for this area and fall within the measurement capabilities of the InSAR technique.
Define optimal settings for InSAR monitoring in Kuwait by integrating satellite data with physical sensors and identifying parameters and methods for updating finite element models. This approach enables improved structural assessment and prediction.
