Evaluation of Two-Dimensional DBH Estimation Algorithms Using TLS

Terrestrial laser scanning (TLS) has become a vital tool in forestry for accurately measuring tree parameters, such as diameter at breast height (DBH). However, its application in Mexican forests remains underexplored. This study evaluates the performance of five two-dimensional DBH estimation algor...

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Veröffentlicht in:Forests 2024-11, Vol.15 (11), p.1964
Hauptverfasser: Compeán-Aguirre, Jorge Luis, López-Serrano, Pablito Marcelo, Silván-Cárdenas, José Luis, Martínez-García-Moreno, Ciro Andrés, Vega-Nieva, Daniel José, Corral-Rivas, José Javier, Pompa-García, Marín
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Zusammenfassung:Terrestrial laser scanning (TLS) has become a vital tool in forestry for accurately measuring tree parameters, such as diameter at breast height (DBH). However, its application in Mexican forests remains underexplored. This study evaluates the performance of five two-dimensional DBH estimation algorithms (Nelder–Mead, least squares, Hough transform, RANSAC, and convex hull) within a temperate Mexican forest and explores their broader applicability across diverse ecosystems, using published point cloud data from various scanning devices. Results indicate that algorithm accuracy is influenced by local factors like point cloud density, occlusion, vegetation, and tree structure. In the Mexican study area, the Nelder–Mead algorithm achieved the highest accuracy (R² = 0.98, RMSE = 1.59 cm, MAPE = 6.12%), closely followed by least squares (R² = 0.98, RMSE = 1.67 cm, MAPE = 6.42%), with different outcomes in other sites. These findings advance DBH estimation methods by highlighting the importance of tailored algorithm selection and environmental considerations, thereby contributing to more accurate and efficient forest management across various landscapes.
ISSN:1999-4907
1999-4907
DOI:10.3390/f15111964