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OverviewThis 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. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Ammar Wahbi , Lee Heng , Gerd DerconPublisher: Springer International Publishing AG Imprint: Springer International Publishing AG Edition: 2018 ed. Weight: 0.267kg ISBN: 9783319695389ISBN 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 ![]() We will order this item for you from a manufactured on demand supplier. Table of ContentsForeword 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 ConclusionsReviewsAuthor InformationTab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |