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

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

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) sate...

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Main Author: Ammar Wahbi (auth)
Other Authors: Lee Heng (auth), Gerd Dercon (auth)
Format: Electronic Book Chapter
Language:English
Published: Springer Nature 2018
Subjects:
Technology, engineering, agriculture
Earth Science
Nuclear
Biomass Water Equivalent
Satellite Imagery
Remote Sensing
CRNS
Water Management
Crop Nutrition
Soil Management
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Summary: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.
Physical Description:1 electronic resource (33 p.)
ISBN:/doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-69539-6
9783319695396
9783319695389
Access:Open Access

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