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Abstract
Collecting Quality GPS Data in a Canopy Environment
Track: Forestry, Wildlife, and Fisheries Management
Author(s): Elwyn McLachlan
Forest canopy is one of the most limiting factors in using the global positioning system for positioning and mapping. However, forestry and natural resource applications are also the single largest users of GPS technology. Over the years much research has been put into technology improvements and data collection techniques to improve the ability to get good GPS positions under canopy. This paper will discuss the ongoing research and recommendations for using GPS in a forest environment.
Elwyn McLachlan
Trimble Navigation Ltd.
Mapping & GIS Division
7403 Church Ranch Blvd
Suite 100
Westminster , CO 80021
USA
Phone: 7208874371
Fax: 7208876101
E-mail: elwyn_mclachlan@yahoo.com