These simple instructions will help you make your own seismometer that can detect vibrations. Choose from the following three: > The Swing Thing > The Spring Thing > Solenoid Sensor > Click here for some simpler ways to dectect ground vibration. MORE INFORMATION … For more general information – and instructions for another homemade seismometer, have a look at Professor Larry Braile’s Earth Science Education Activities www.eas.purdue.edu/~braile/educindex/educindex.htm There are also good lesson resources at the University of Liverpool’s MATTER Seismic Waves site http://www.matter.org.uk/schools/content/Seismology/index.html Jump Menu • Initial results • Final results • Measuring • Witness Statement • Fun Facts • Jump Meters • Web Links • Competitions • launch day diary • Curriculum Links