Soil mapping and land use plan in tehri-garhwal district,uttar pradesh,using aerial photo-interpretation technique,highlighting soil-landscape relationship and land utilization

Soil mapping on the scale 1:50,000 was conducted in Tehri-Garhwal district of Uttar Pradesh using Survey of India Topographic maps and utilising aerial photographs of the area which were interpreted for demarcation of physiographic units, vegetation, drainage and other features relevant to soil development. Resulting soil map and soils and land use information have been helpful in presenting an optimum land use and management plan in the area keeping in view of the soils characteristics, terrain features and existing land use, Soils and physiographic interpretation in the area have highlighted significant soil-landscape relationships relevant to land utilization. The other factors responsible for soil formation which could be significant in the area i.e. climate and parent material were also taken into consideration apart from topography. Of all these factors topography was revealed to be the predominant factor governing soil formation in the area. Soil units mapped coincided with the physiographic units demarcated through aerial photo-interpretation. The area of the district could be divided into three climatic zones viz. (i) Cool temperate, (ii) Sub-tropical warm temperate and (iii) tropical following Kaushic (1962). It was noticed that in each climatic zone with the climate being almost uniform within the zone, irrespe tlve of variations in the parent material, soil development was markedly affected by topographly, variations which led to differences in soil characteristics particulary soil texture and amount of coarse fragments. In about 70 percent of the area of the district where slopes are steep to very steep, topography was revealed to be the dominant factor determining characteristic soil development. In the remaining part where slopes are moderate to gentle, parent material is the dominant factor followed by topography.     

Polarimetric SAR Data Correction and Terrain Topography Measurement Based on the Radar Target Orientation Angle

Topographic variations caused by the range and the azimuth terrain slopes induce polarization orientation changes which cause the polarization to rotate about the line of sight. The existence of these variations reduce the accuracy measurement of geophysical parameters from polarimetric synthetic aperture radar (PolSAR) images. For this reason most inversion studies are best done in area of flat earth. In area which has significant terrain variations require compensation for topography. In real situations, terrain slopes rotate the polarization basis of the polarimetric scattering matrices by an orientation angle shift, and induce significant cross-polarization power. In this paper, two methods have been investigated using the polarimetric orientation angle (PAO): the first one involves the rotation of the polarimetric scattering and coherency matrices to achieve maximum azimuthally asymmetry for polarimetric data compensation to ensure accurate estimation of geophysical parameters in rugged terrain areas. The second approach has been developed which measures azimuth and range terrain slopes that are related to shifts in polarization orientation angle. Terrain elevation maps relative to a plane parallel to the radar line of sight can then be generated by integrating these slopes requiring only one PolSAR flight pass by combing orientation angle estimation and a shape-from-shading technique (SFS) which is mostly used by the computer vision community. Experimental results with C-band polarimetric RADARSAT2 data are used evaluate the data compensation algorithm and DEM generation.     

基于DEM的机助航空摄影技术设计(英文)

In aerial photography, the primary factor is terrain undulation. However, most of the external aerial photography software used for aerial photography design do not take terrain undulation influence into consideration. Therefore, the design result has comparative randomicity and ＂gaps＂ are expected. An aerial photography design system is developed by analyzing the terrain undulation influence to the design result with DEM data so that the forward overlap and side overlap can be justified according to the block terrain undulation to meet specifications or standards. The data designed by this system is compared with the real flying data. The results show that making use of DEM to assist in aerial photography design can ensure that the designed result fits the real terrain better.     

Use of aerial photo-interpretation techniques for watershed management studies in drought prone areas

In the semiarid regions of the country a large part is subjected to drought in the years of scanty rainfall. In order to improve agricultural conditions of these regions soil and water management programmes are taken up Use of aerial photo-interpretation techniques can be successfully employed for data collection purposes for these areas. The important diciplines are Geology, Geomorphology, Soils, Hydrology and Land Use where aerial Photographs can be most commonly used. A brief decription of drought prone area in Gokak Taluq of Belgaum district is given which demonstrates the basic interrelationship of physiographic unit with geological conditions, soils and hydrology. A scientific planning of drought prone area requires control measures on watershed basis. Accurate delineation of watersheds and subwatershed is feasible through the use of aerial photographs, which also serve as base maps for compilation of other kinds of data as well.     

Origin of Rumjatar table-land,Nepal Himalayas

The Rumjatar Table-land with an area of 2.5 sq km and general southerly slope of 4′ is a unique feature amidst 2500 sq km of rugged Himalayan terrain of the Midland region of Napal, which has been studied through aerial photographs aud toposheets, with field checks. Though it exhibits some characteristics of a peneplain, it is in fact a “fock-fan” developed through denudation processes acting on weak rocks in a valley. The rock fan has now assumed the form of an upland through downcutting by the bounding streams on the sides, and concurrent uplift of the Himalayas. It is topped by soil cover.     

Landscape ecological planning in a Basaltic terrain, central India, using Remote sensing and GIS techniques

In the present study, detailed field survey in conjunction with remotely sensed (IRS-1D, LISS-III) data is of immense help in terrain analysis and landscape ecological planning at watershed level. Geomorphologically summit crust, table top summits, isolated mounds. plateau spurs, narrow slopes, plateau side drainage floors, narrow valleys and main valley floor were delineated. The soil depth ranges from extremely shallow in isolated mounds to very deep soils in the lower sectors. Very good, good, moderate, poor and very poor groundwater prospect zones were delineated. By the integrated analysis of slope, geomorphology. soil depth, land use/land cover and groundwater prospect layers in GIS. 29 landscape ecological units were identified. Each landscape ecological unit refers to a natural geographic entity having distinctive properties of slope, geomorphology. soil depth, land use/ land cover and groundwater prospects. The landscape ecological stress zone mapping of the study area has been carried out based on the analysis and reclassification of tandscape ecological units. The units having minimum ecological impact in terms of slope, geomorphology, soil depth and land use/land cover were delineated under very low stress landscape ecological zones. The units having maximum ecological stress in the form of very high slopes, isolated mounds, table top summits and summit crust, extremely shallow soils, waste lands and very poor groundwater prospects were delineated into very high stress landscape ecological zones. The integrated analysis of remotely sensed data and collateral data in GIS environment is of immense help in evaluation of landscape ecological units and landscape ecological stress zones. The delineated landscape ecological stress zones in the watershed have been recommended for landscape ecological planning for better utilization of natural resources without harming the natural geo-ecosystem of the area.     

Acquisition of directional parametes in aerial images based on DEM data

This paper develops a method which can be used to assist aerial navigation by determining the spatial position and posture of the aerial photographic plane. After the method, aerial images match known DEM to capture the spatial position and posture. Some aerial images and terrain data are used to testify our method. Compared with those of analytic and stereo mappers, the results by our method are correspondent to real measurements well.     

Application of remote sensing techniques in snow and ice hydrology

The contribution of snow and ice melt towards the water discharges of most of the Himalayan rivers is highly significant. It is, therefore, necessary to monitor the snow accumulation and depletion, and study the melting processes to help in efficient management of water resources. It is also important to compile a glacier inventory for the purpose. The snow bound areas in the Himalaya lie at high altitudes where the terrain is rugged and inaccessible. This renders the conventional methods of study not only difficult but hazardous as well. Remote sensing techniques, therefore, have a vital role to play in these studies for quick results with much less cost. Visual interpretation of Landsat imagery in Beas river basin and use of aerial photographs for glacier inventory in Baspa river basin have been cited as case studies. To perfect the methodology used in various remote sensing techniques, a pilot project approach has been suggested.     

Acquisition of Directional Parameters in Aerial Images Based on DEM Data

1　Extraction of the steep curve mapThe steep curve is defined as connection linefrom zero cross points which are produced fromthe convolution of Laplace ( LOG) filtration toDEM. Firstly, the elevation data from DEM areprocessed with LOG convolution and zero cross.The sampling formula is 2G(i,j) =12πσ6(r2 -2σ2)e-r2/2σ2 (1)where -M≤i≤M,-M≤j≤M,r2=i2+j2; M isthe filtration radius, nearly equaling to 5.1σ2; pre diction errorσis set to 4. Suppose that e[i,j] is asmall …     

水上水下一体化三维河道场景构建与展示

随着无人机与新型航拍技术的发展，无人机倾斜摄影技术在大范围地形数据采集过程中发挥了重要作用，三维测绘相关研究得到了极大的促进。而针对水利行业所需的水上地形与水下地形一体化生产过程的研究相对较少。本文布设统一控制点，采用固定翼无人机倾斜摄影测量技术进行水上地形测绘，应用RTK配合测深仪在船上进行水下河道三维地形数据采集，对于涉河建筑物采用BIM软件进行参数化建模。最后，针对水上地形数据，水下河道地形数据及建筑物三维模型进行融合处理，得到水上水下一体化三维河道场景，搭建Cesium平台进行三维展示。其研究成果可为水上水下一体化测绘与可视化提供技术帮助，有助于推进智慧水利的应用发展。     

Acquisition of Directional Parameters in Aerial Images Based on DEM Data

This paper develops a method which can be used to assist aerial navigation by determining the spatial position and posture of the aerial photographic plane. After the method, aerial images match known DEM to capture the spatial position and posture. Some aerial images and terrain data are used to testify our method. Compared with those of analytic and stereo mappers, the results by our method are correspondent to real measurements well.     

Watershed Delineation in Flat Terrain of Thar Desert Region in North West India – A Semi Automated Approach Using DEM

Thar desert spreads in western part of Rajasthan, northern part of Gujarat, and some parts of Punjab and Haryana. The terrain is dominated by slightly sloping plains, broken by some dunes and low barren hills. The area is characterized by low average annual rainfall which is erratic in distribution and intensity. Drought will remain a major hindrance for agricultural production in Thar desert. Due to water stress condition, many watershed based development activities has been adopted by government and non-government organizations for the growth and sustainable development of this region. The need of this hour is preparation of a national level watershed atlas of 1:50,000 scale because majority of thematic maps are being produced presently on same or 1:10,000 scale. The manual delineation of watershed boundary in flat terrain based on topographic map will be time consuming and less accurate in the absence of prominent contour lines. Automated approach for watershed delineation using Digital Elevation Model (DEM) along a suitable algorithm has the advantage because the output is not only less time consuming but also independent from human decisions. Hence, a case study has been carried out in Churu sub-basin part of Indus basin which is located in Thar desert region. Depression less DEM with different spatial resolutions was used as input in hydrology tool of ArcGIS spatial analyst function for characterization of watersheds. The Churu sub-basin has been divided into various numbers of watersheds with an average size of 600 km². These watershed boundaries have been validated with respect to high resolution satellite imageries (IRS P6 LISS IV), Survey of India toposheets, ancillary data and limited field checks.     

Utility of orbital surveillance system for snow monitoring in the Indian context

Since snow covered areas in the Himalayas contribute significantly to the discharge of the major rivers of North India, snow monitoring is essential for effective control and management of the available water resources, particularly in the lean period. As accumulation and melting of snow are dynamic processes the need arises for periodic monitoring. Conventional survey methods are time consuming and expensive due to adverse terrain conditions and weather. As such, updating information at reasonably frequent intervals calls for a strategy invoiving remote sensing techniques. Potentials of such techniques such as aerial and orbital photography and multispectral scanning systems as also microwave sensing systems are briefly discussed. Particular emphasis is laid on a Landsat type surveillance system, which is at the operational stage. As a case study demonstrating the system capability an area in the Sutlej catchment has been analysed on Landsat imagery acquired in October and December, 1972. The snow covered area is found to be considerably more in the December, 72 imagery. Such a map overlaid on a contoured 1:250,000 base updated every month can be useful input attempts at watershed modelling incorporating other dynamic features also.     

Soil erosion assessment and mapping of the algar river watershed (uttar pradesh) using remote sensing technique

This study was undertaken to prepare an inventory on soil erosion of a hilly river watershed — the Aglar watershed, part of Tehri Garhwal and Dehradun districts (U.P.), using terrain physiography and soil survey data obtained from interpretation and analysis of Landsat TM FCC (1:62,500 scale) and limited ground investigations. The watershed is divided into four broad physiographic units viz. higher Himalayas (> 2000m elevation); lower Himalayas (< 2000m elevation); river terraces and flood plains. Each physiographic unit has been further divided into subunits on the basis of aspects and landuse. Three major orders of soils viz. Inceptisols, Mollisols and Entisols were found in different physiographic units. Soil, and land properties of soilscape units viz. soil depth, texture, structure, slope, landuse and soil temperature regime were evaluated for soil-erosion hazard. The results indicate that in the whole watershed 19.13%, 45.68%, 26.51% and 7.92% areas have been found to be under none to slight, moderate, severe and very severe soil erosion hazard categories, respectively.     

规则格网DEM地形综合方法分析

针对当前丰富多样的DEM地形综合模型,分类阐述其综合原理、关键技术及优缺点,以黄土丘陵1：1万DEM为基础,对其地形综合效果进行对比分析。研究结果表明：现有的DEM地形综合模型各有优缺点;不同综合模型综合后的地形,高程数值随着综合尺度的增加,存在显著差异,而且不同综合模型对流域边界的综合处理也存在显著差异,没有形成客观有效的流域边界描述;当前困扰DEM地形综合的关键问题,是缺乏不同尺度下地形综合质量的客观评价标准,致使现有综合模型地形综合结果和DEM格网分辨率之间没有建立本应存在的内在联系,有待进一步深入研究。     

Satellite-based assessment of physiographic disposition to health problems in kasargod district,Kerala, India

Photo interpretation and digital classification of IRS LISS -III sensor data have been carried out for a few villages affected by abnormal health problems in the Kasargod district of Kerala State. Physical location of the affected villages in relation to the agricultural lands use, watershed characteristics and the extent of cashewnut plantations are studied. It was found that the villages affected by the health problems are located in the microwatersheds that have steep slopes, nearly circular in shape, high runoff potential. The first order streams within these micro-watersheds are originating from the cashewnut plantations that are sprayed with a toxicant called Endosulfan. The study recommends to stop aerial spraying of any toxicant on the cash crops of these watersheds.     

无人机航测在长江岸线测绘中的应用

无人机航测是一项新兴的测绘技术，以其测图效率高、受地面约束小、自动化成图等优点深受测绘生产单位的青睐。本文利用拓普康天狼星Sirius Pro无人机对泰州的长江岸线进行了航测，生成了高分辨率影像图、数字高程模型、数字地表模型，经检验航测成果的精度满足大比例尺测图的要求，为长江岸线的测绘提供了新的测绘方法，对无人机航测实践具有很好的指导借鉴作用。     

影响黄土高原集水面积阈值的地形因子主成分分析

以ASTER GDEM为信息源、22个典型小流域为样区,分析黄土高原集水面积阈值与沟谷密度的关系,利用均值变点法确定最佳阈值,探讨了影响阈值的数字高程模型（digital elevation model,DEM）地形因子主成分。结果表明,集水面积阈值由北向南、自东向西逐步增大,宏观上受黄土高原地貌类型制约,地形因子对其的影响成分归纳为坡面、起伏及高程变异因子。坡面因子的最大值与阈值正相关,坡度>粗糙度>地形曲率>平面曲率>剖面曲率。起伏因子的均值与阈值正相关,起伏度>切割深度。高程变异因子与阈值负相关。三者的主成分贡献率依次为58.754%、18.915%、11.388%,权重为0.527、0.229、-0.569。研究表明,坡面特征是影响黄土沟谷发育的重要因子。     

基于栅格DEM的地形特征提取与分析

以陕北延安地区燕儿沟流域为实验样区,运用比较分析法和数理统计法进行基于栅格DEM的地形特征提取和分析,以及DEM分辨率对地形特征的影响,并计算和比较了地形特征的空间统计分布。研究表明:一个相对真实的DEM能够通过修改生成DEM的基本材料,以及对DEM进行再加工而获得。由于DEM分辨率的不同,由此得到的地形特征值(如坡度、地形指数、河网密度等)在统计特性上也会随之变化。随着DEM分辨率的降低,坡度减小,地形坦化,地形指数均值变大,流域总面积变大,子流域数量减少,河流总长度减小,河网密度降低。     

一种基于单目视觉的无人机仿地飞行方法

仿地飞行对于无人机航测至关重要,能否相对地面保持稳定的航高直接关系到无人机在复杂地形区域的安全性和数据质量问题。本文提出一种基于单目视觉的无人机航高估计方法,通过光流法对无人机实时获取的视频进行跟踪和分析,提取运动信息以估算实时航高。试验结果表明,该方法能够快速、准确地估算无人机实时航高,在没有地表高程信息的情况下实现了自动仿地飞行。