Sensitivity analysis of geologic computer models: A formal procedure based on Latin hypercube sampling

Mathematical models in which a response variableY is calculated, usually via a computer program, as a function of input variablesX ₁ ,X ₂, ...,X _k are encountered frequently in earth sciences literature. In many cases, uncertainty in the knowledge of the correct values of the input variables exists, leading to uncertainty in the correct value of the response. Sensitivity analysis procedures can be used to identify which input variable uncertainties contribute most to uncertainty in the response variable.This paper presents the technique of Latin hypercube sampling, a structured, formal sampling process used in the sensitivity analysis procedure. Output resulting from the sample is analyzed using stepwise regression analysis, leading to identification of key input variables. Future data gathering activities can then be done efficiently, focusing on these variables. The technique is applied to a model, developed by Sudicky and Frind, which represents the flow of a contaminant through a porous media.     

REVIEWS OF GEOGRAPHIC SOFTWARE

Geographic Software Reviewed in this article: THE DIFFUSION GAME . Christopher J. Lovelock and Charles B. Weinberg . MAPIT . Raymond J. Kalush , Jr . SIMODEL . Peter A. Williams and A. Stewart Fotheringham . WEATHER FRONTS . P. C. Moyer . WORLD DYNAMICS . Mark Lewis Baldwin     

计算机模拟引擎及其在铀成矿过程模拟中的应用研究

本文介绍了计算机模拟引擎的设计与开发 ,铀成矿过程模拟的实施步骤 ,并对其在伊犁盆地南缘的应用作了探讨。     

Pyroclastic Flow Hazard at Volcán Citlaltépetl

Volcán Citlaltépetl (Pico de Orizaba) with an elevation of 5,675 m is the highest volcano in North America. Its most recent catastrophic events involved the production of pyroclastic flows that erupted approximately 4,000, 8,500, and 13,000 years ago. The distribution of mapped deposits from these eruptions gives an approximate guide to the extent of products from potential future eruptions. Because the topography of this volcano is constantly changing computer simulations were made on the present topography using three computer algorithms: energy cone, FLOW2D, and FLOW3D. The Heim Coefficient (), used as a code parameter for frictional sliding in all our algorithms, is the ratio of the assumed drop in elevation (H) divided by the lateral extent of the mapped deposits (L). The viscosity parameter for the FLOW2D and FLOW3D codes was adjusted so that the paths of the flows mimicked those inferred from the mapped deposits. We modeled two categories of pyroclastic flows modeled for the level I and level II events. Level I pyroclastic flows correspond to small but more frequent block-and-ash flows that remain on the main cone. Level II flows correspond to more widespread flows from catastrophic eruptions with an approximate 4,000-year repose period. We developed hazard maps from simulations based on a National Imagery and Mapping Agency (NIMA) DTED-1 DEM with a 90 m grid and a vertical accuracy of ±30 m. Because realistic visualization is an important aid to understanding the risks related to volcanic hazards we present the DEM as modeled by FLOW3D. The model shows that the pyroclastic flows extend for much greater distances to the east of the volcano summit where the topographic relief is nearly 4,300 m. This study was used to plot hazard zones for pyroclastic flows in the official hazard map that was published recently.     

Canny算子对人工标志中心的亚像素精度定位

在使用圆型人工标志的计算机视觉检测中,人工标志的识别率和中心定位精度直接影响到检测的整体精度.传统的中心定位算法对人工标志识别率低、中心定位精度差,已不能满足精密检测的要求.文中采用Canny算子对带有圆形人工标志的数字图像进行边缘分割,通过模式识别方法、最小二乘拟合方法计算人工标志中心.该方法解决了标志识别率低的问题,提高了标志图像中心定位精度.其精度可达到亚像素级,能够满足高精度计算机视觉测量的要求.     

GIS专业计算机类课程教学改革与探索

在分析了GIS专业计算机类课程教学中存在的问题的基础上,结合实际的教学经验,并以云南大学GIS专业为例,提出了相应的解决方案,并给出了系统化的GIS专业计算机课程培养目标,以期为高校GIS专业教育提供有益的借鉴和参考。     

“计算机图形学”精品课程网站建设

课程网站的建设是院校教学质量与教学改革工作的重要组成部分,是对教学质量的有力体现。《计算机图形学》作为测绘类本科各专业的一门专业基础必修课,在学科发展中具有重要地位,课程网站的建设就显得很有必要。本文从课程整体建设出发,结合学科教学特点,详细讨论了《计算机图形学》课程网站栏目设计、网站开发和网站特色等主要内容。     

铁路调度信息机房与轨道测速系统防雷设计方案

山西省大同市大秦铁路湖东车站信息调度机房由于没有按照防雷规范的要求安装外部防雷装置和内部防雷装置,因此每年雷雨季节都要不同程度地遭受雷击损失,本文主要是从直击雷防护、电源系统感应雷防护、轨道测速系统等电位接地等方面按照现代综合防雷的要求提出设计方案。     

计算机机房雷电感应防护工程方案

阐述了计算机机房综合防雷工程设计与实施的防护措施,为一般企业的计算机机房提供了雷电防护解决方案。