研究目的
To estimate a forest stand's mean canopy height and biomass for each component tree species using multi-modal remote sensing and minimal ground measurements, extending to up to four tree species and validating in the Harvard Forest.
研究成果
The proposed method shows promise for estimating forest parameters in heterogeneous stands using multi-modal remote sensing and simulation, with plans to extend to more species and validate in a real-world setting like the Harvard Forest, potentially improving understanding of carbon cycles and forest management.
研究不足
The method is currently validated for up to two species with RMS errors of 1.46m for height, 1.63kg/m2 for biomass, and 20% for species composition; extending to four species may increase complexity and error. Relies on simulated data and specific sensor models, which may not capture all real-world variability.
1:Experimental Design and Method Selection:
The methodology involves generating a database of simulated forest stands (homogeneous and heterogeneous with up to four species) using the Michigan Fractal Tree Model (MFTM) for tree geometry. Sensor simulators for SAR, IfSAR, LiDAR, and optical sensors are used to calculate features. An iterative algorithm compares input stands to simulated stands using a similarity measure based on mean squared error, optimizing species composition, heights, and biomasses.
2:Sample Selection and Data Sources:
The study site is the Prospect Hill region of the Harvard Forest in Massachusetts, specifically Stand 8 with 12 tree species. Data includes multi-modal remote sensing measurements and stem-mapped test stands.
3:List of Experimental Equipment and Materials:
Simulated forest stands generated using MFTM, sensor simulators for AirSAR (L- and C-band), LVIS LiDAR, Landsat 7 ETM, and interferometric SAR similar to SRTM.
4:Experimental Procedures and Operational Workflow:
Generate simulated stands, calculate sensor responses, compare to input stands using similarity measure, iteratively optimize parameters if similarity is above threshold, and add successful stands to the database.
5:Data Analysis Methods:
Use mean squared error function for similarity calculation, with weighting coefficients. Jacobean-based iterative optimization for height, biomass, and tree count per species.
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