Computer-based environmental management

Ralph Seppelt

306 pages, parution le 23/10/2003

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Résumé

Here, the author provides professionals in environmental research and management with the information they need with respect to computer modeling: An understanding of the mathematical fundamentals and the choice of the optimal approach and corresponding software for their particular task.

Numerous illustrations, flowcharts and graphs, partly in color, as well as worked examples help in comprehending complex mathematical tasks and their solutions without the use of confusing mathematical formalism;
Case studies from various fields of environmental research, such as landscape ecology, environmental assessment, population ecology, hydrology, and agroecology, facilitate the application of simulation models to the solution of real-world problems;
Contains a detailed summary of currently available software tools and the application in spatially explicit simulation based on geographic information systems.

The worked examples and case studies cover a broad range of environmental systems and processes, adopting such modern mathematical methodology as partial differential equations, fuzzy logic, hybrid Petri nets, and optimum control theory. The result is a unique presentation of applications for high standard modeling and simulation methodologies in the interdisciplinary fields of environmental research.

Introduction
Setting the Scene: Diversity of Environmental Modeling
- From Conceptual Modeling to Computer Simulations
- Environmental Models: Dynamic Processes
- Environmental Models: Spatial Interactions
Integrated Models
- Multi-paradigm Modeling
- Concepts: Hybrid Petri Nets
- Case Studies: Hybrid Systems in Ecology
- Applications: Environmental Impact Assessment
The Big Picture: Environmental Management
- Scenario Analysis and Optimization
- Prerequisites: Temporal Hierarchies and Spatial Scales
- Optimum Agroecostem Management: Temporal Patterns
- Optimum Agroecostem Management: Spatial Patterns
- Changing Landscapes: Optimum Landscape Patterns
- Conclusions, Perspectives and Research Demands
References
Additional references
Index

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	PAPIER
Éditeur(s)	Wiley
Auteur(s)	Ralph Seppelt
Parution	23/10/2003
Nb. de pages	306
Format	17,5 x 24,5
Couverture	Relié
Poids	730g
Intérieur	Noir et Blanc
EAN13	9783527307326