Cosmic Ray Neutron Sensing: Estimation of Agricultural Crop Biomass Water Equivalent

Author:   Ammar Wahbi ,  Lee Heng ,  Gerd Dercon
Publisher:   Springer International Publishing AG
Edition:   2018 ed.
ISBN:  

9783319695389


Pages:   33
Publication Date:   02 July 2018
Format:   Hardback
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This open access book provides methods for the estimation of Biomass Water Equivalent (BEW), an essential step for improving the accuracy of area-wide soil moisture by cosmic-ray neutron sensors (CRNS).   Three techniques are explained in detail: (i) traditional in-situ destructive sampling, (ii) satellite based remote sensing of plant surfaces, and (iii) biomass estimation via the use of the CRNS itself.  The advantages and disadvantages of each method are discussed along with step by step instructions on proper procedures and implementation. 

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Author:   Ammar Wahbi ,  Lee Heng ,  Gerd Dercon
Publisher:   Springer International Publishing AG
Imprint:   Springer International Publishing AG
Edition:   2018 ed.
Weight:   0.267kg
ISBN:  

9783319695389


ISBN 10:   331969538
Pages:   33
Publication Date:   02 July 2018
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Manufactured on demand   Availability explained
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Foreword Summary 2. In-Situ Destructive Sampling; A. Wahbi and W. Avery 2.1 The Concept of Representivity 2.2 Plant Sampling Pattern and Design 2.3 Biomass Water Equivalent 2.4 Conclusions  3. Remote Sensing via Satellite Imagery Analysis; W. Avery 3.1 Photo-Reflective Properties of Plants 3.2 Satellite Image Analysis 3.3 Conclusions 4. Estimate of Biomass Water Equivalent via the Cosmic Ray Neutron Sensor; T.E. Franz, A. Wahbi and W. Avery 4.1 The role of Biomass in the CRNS Calibration 4.2 Relationship between Neutrons and Crop Biomass 4.3 Dire4ct Relationship between Neutrons and Biomass 4.4 Conclusions

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