Abstract
Distributed Fiber Optic Sensing (DFOS) technologies, including DAS and DSS, offer a paradigm shift in rock mass monitoring for deep mining. Their ability to capture high-resolution strain and microseismic data across extensive volumes enables precise localization of fracture zones and detailed microseismic event analysis. This presentation will detail current DFOS capabilities and limitations, while highlighting its potential for real-time, large-scale monitoring. With AI-driven advancements, DFOS has the potential to enable continuous stress/strain redistribution monitoring, real-time passive seismic tomography, and stored strain energy assessment, facilitating proactive risk mitigation in challenging deep mining environments.