Hsü et al. (1977)

Hsü et al. (1977) proposed a method to understand how Earth's surface deforms over time due to processes like earthquakes and shifting tectonic plates. They used mathematical models based on the physics of how rocks and Earth's crust behave under stress and strain. This helps scientists predict and interpret surface movements and stress accumulations, which are essential for understanding earthquake risks and the geological evolution of regions. Their work contributed to the broader field of geophysics by offering a systematic way to analyze Earth's deformation patterns.