A probe mechanism to couple spatially explicit agents and landscape models in an integrated modelling framework

Graniero, Phil A.; Robinson, Vincent Β.

doi:10.1080/13658810600830541

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“…The capabilities to predict possible future locations of invasive plant species can aid in control and management, especially when adequate infestation data is missing, incomplete, or not yet collected. More advanced complex system modeling approaches can be used where fuzzy reasoning is integrated with geospatial agents (Graniero and Robinson 2006; Perez and Dragicevic 2010; Robinson and Graniero 2005). Enhancing the work in this article by incorporating more complex and real landscape composition as well as agent‐based approaches is in progress.…”

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Modeling the Dynamics of Complex Spatial Systems Using GIS, Cellular Automata and Fuzzy Sets Applied to Invasive Plant Species Propagation

Dragićević

2010

Geography Compass

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Geographic processes are embedded within complex spatial systems containing multiple interacting variables. These processes have spatial and temporal dynamics that are difficult to represent and model with the standard tools of geographic information systems (GIS) software. Consequently, representing the dynamics of geographic process and accounting for uncertainties in variable measurements are key considerations when developing realistic spatial models. This article discusses an integrated GIS‐based cellular automata (CA) design that addresses spatial and temporal dynamics representation, and incorporates fuzzy sets for handling input spatial data uncertainties and errors. The integrated approach is demonstrated in the context of modeling the dynamics of invasive plant species in a simulated landscape. Using dynamic models as predictive tools can enable more targeted spatial decision making especially when resources are limited. In the case of invasive species, the GIS‐CA model can be used to predict species locations for improved control and management strategies.

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Modeling the Dynamics of Complex Spatial Systems Using GIS, Cellular Automata and Fuzzy Sets Applied to Invasive Plant Species Propagation

Dragićević

2010

Geography Compass

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“…1996). Computational modelling and simulation research (Deadman and Gimblett 1994; Graniero and Robinson 2006; Csillag et al . 2008; Moreno et al .…”

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Research in the spatial sciences: how are Canadian geographers contributing?

Remmel

Fortin

2010

Canadian Geographies / Géographies canadiennes

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Geographic data collection, manipulation, analysis and visualization options have experienced substantial improvements during the past several decades, largely spurred by advancements in computing capabilities. While geographers are often credited with identifying and expanding many of the emerging application areas and innovations for the analysis of spatially (and sometimes temporally) referenced data, we are specifically interested in the role of Canadian geographers in the rapidly evolving domain of spatial science. We pose the following provocative question with the intent of not only summarizing the Canadian literature, but also to stimulate an informed discussion: 'are Canadian geographers developers or users of spatial analytical methods?' We review the refereed literature from 1980 to 2008 to describe the nature of contributions by Canadian geographers, beginning at about the time of widely accessible computing (1980s). Our summary broadly classifies subdisciplinary contribution areas as being best described as GIS, remote sensing, or spatial statistics, while each contribution area may take the type of algorithm development, advancement and synthesis of theory, or the application of existing methods. We paint a picture of the current contribution landscape and reflect on significant achievements while commenting La recherche en sciences d'analyse spatiales : quel est l'apport des géographes canadiens? Les démarches de collecte, de traitement, d'analyse et de représentation visuelle des données géographiques ont connu des améliorations remarquables au cours des dernières décennies, essentiellement grâce aux progrès réalisés en informatique. Si de manière générale on attribue aux géographes la conception et le développement de nouveaux logiciels et la mise au point de méthodes d'analyse spatiale (et dans certains cas, temporelle), nous nous demandonsà quel point les géographes canadiens font figure de modèles en matière de recherche spatiale. La question susceptible de soulever la controverse que nous nous posons est de savoir si les géographes canadiens sont des inventeurs ou simplement des utilisateurs des méthodes d'analyse spatiale. L'objectif visé est double : dresser une synthèse de la littérature canadienne et susciter une réflexionéclairée. Les articles scientifiques publiés par les pairs et parus entre 1980 et 2008 sont passés en revue. Cette analyse porte sur le corpus des textes publiés par des géographes canadiens depuis les années 1980à l'époque de l'emploi des outils informatiques. Elle permet de répertorier les articles en fonction d'un ensemble de sous-disciplines qui renvoient

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“…Undoubtedly, GIS and MCDA, can benefit from each other (Laaribi et al, 1996;Malczewski, 1999;Chakhar and Martel, 2003). Graniero and Robinson (2006) reported that many environmental, ecological, and social problems require investigations using a mixture of landscape models, individual-based models, and some level of interaction between them. These models are based on numerous indicators, algorithms and mathematical models (Lauro, 2013).…”

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Modeling potential tree belt functions in rural landscapes using a new GIS tool

Nowak

Pędziwiatr

2018

Journal of Environmental Management

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The increasing human pressure on the environment requires effective protection activities. One way to stop the degradation of natural resources is the presence of woody vegetation networks, mainly linear in character, called linear woody features, greenways or tree belts. These objects, thanks to the many natural and economic functions they serve, enable the realization of sustainable development policy. To properly design a greenway network, the natural conditions and degree of environmental degradation in a given area must first be evaluated. Based on these data, it is possible to determine appropriate afforestation needs. To evaluate the ability of a given area to meet the requirements of greenway functions, we propose a new computer modeling system - a tree belt modeling (TBM). TBM defines the availability of tree belt functions in the planned network and is one of preparation stages in the design of an optimal greenway structure. In this work, to analyze the studied area potential, application of a cadastral dataset was proposed. Thanks to this approach, the obtained results may be related to specific plot borders, which is optimal for greenway construction. To automatize the process of analysis, the TBM was implemented into an ArcGIS toolbox. The result of using this toolbox is a tree belt functions geodatabase. This database contains information about the available functions in the analyzed lines that are potential sites for afforestation. This solution, both at the methodological and technological levels, may significantly increase the effectiveness of greenway planning and thus contribute to more effective activities for sustainable development.

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A probe mechanism to couple spatially explicit agents and landscape models in an integrated modelling framework

Cited by 15 publications

References 24 publications

Modeling the Dynamics of Complex Spatial Systems Using GIS, Cellular Automata and Fuzzy Sets Applied to Invasive Plant Species Propagation

Modeling the Dynamics of Complex Spatial Systems Using GIS, Cellular Automata and Fuzzy Sets Applied to Invasive Plant Species Propagation

Research in the spatial sciences: how are Canadian geographers contributing?

Modeling potential tree belt functions in rural landscapes using a new GIS tool

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