A Method to Locate Tree Positions Using Ultrawideband Technology

Tree position plays an important role in research on forest resources and ecological functions, and quickly and accurately obtaining tree position data has long been the focus of investigators. However, the classical method is time-consuming and laborious; thus, a convenient method of measuring tree...

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Published in:Journal of sensors 2021, Vol.2021 (1)
Main Authors: Yuan, Fangxing, Chen, Sheng, Fang, Luming, Zheng, Siqing, Liu, Yuzhen, Ren, Junjun
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Accuracy
Algorithms
Bias
Communication
Diameters
Efficiency
Lasers
Localization
Measurement methods
Microprocessors
Position measurement
Signal strength
Trees
Ultrawideband
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Summary:Tree position plays an important role in research on forest resources and ecological functions, and quickly and accurately obtaining tree position data has long been the focus of investigators. However, the classical method is time-consuming and laborious; thus, a convenient method of measuring tree position is needed. The primary achievements of this study include the following: (1) a device was designed for precise location of trees; (2) a new location algorithm was proposed for pentagonal localization based on the received signal strength indication and ultrawideband technology; and (3) a PC software application was developed for automatically storing and uploading tree position data. The device was applied to 10 circular plots with a diameter of 24 m to test the positioning speed and accuracy. The results showed that the tree positions could be accurately estimated. On the x- and y-axes, the biases were -3.94 and 3.36 cm, respectively, and the root mean square errors (RMSEs) were 28.39 and 28.53 cm, respectively. The mean error (Ed) between the estimated and reference distances was 36.13 cm, and the standard deviation was 16.67 cm. The device is inexpensive and easy to use and carry in the field; thus, it is suitable for locating trees in environments with complex terrain.
ISSN:1687-725X
1687-7268
DOI:10.1155/2021/5539302