The RTD measures and assesses the seismic waves produced by a quake, quickly broadcasting critical quake information to those who need it. In so doing, it can provide local emergency responders with a few seconds warning and greatly reduce the human and financial cost of quakes.
測報速度的縮減，有助於在地震波從震央傳來前，提醒各地方防災單位注意，將可大幅減少人員及財物損失。