Inverse Modelling

Inverse modeling is a method used to determine the causes or parameters behind observed data or outcomes. Instead of predicting results from known inputs (forward modeling), inverse modeling works backward—using measurements or results to infer the original inputs or processes that produced them. For example, in geology, it might involve analyzing seismic data to identify underground structures. This approach is essential when direct measurement is difficult or impossible, allowing scientists and engineers to infer hidden features, conditions, or forces from observable data, helping them better understand systems and make informed decisions.