| Main Title |
Integrated Measurement of Soil Moisture by Use of Radio Waves. |
| Author |
Chadwic, Duane G. ;
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| CORP Author |
Utah Water Research Lab., Logan. |
| Year Published |
1973 |
| Report Number |
PRWG103-1; DI-14-31-0001-3657; OWRR-B-062-UTAH; 03772,; B-062-UTAH(2) |
| Stock Number |
PB-227 242 |
| Additional Subjects |
Soil water ;
Measuring instruments ;
Remote sensing ;
Moisture meters ;
Radio waves ;
Field tests ;
Attenuation ;
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| Holdings |
| Library |
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| NTIS |
PB-227 242 |
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07/26/2022 |
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| Collation |
98p |
| Abstract |
An integrated value of soil moisture can be determined by measuring the attenuation of vertically-polarized surface radio waves that are propagated over the ground between a transmitting and receiving antenna. Soil moisture values in the root-zone region were measured over longitudinal distances typically ranging from 50 feet to 600 feet with good results. Integrated soil moisture measurements over greater distances are also possible. The received field strength of propagated radio surface waves closely matches theoretical calculations. The measurement is easily made and does not disturb the soil. Dense, green vegetation, such as alfalfa or corn, causes errors in measurement accuracy. Less dense vegetation, such as range land, does not seriously affect measurement accuracy. The described equipment is portable and can be used by an unskilled operator. (Author) |
| Highlights Notes |
Determines feasibility of directly measuring soil moisture by radio wave attenuation. |
| NTIS Title Notes |
Completion rept.. |
| PUB Date Free Form |
Nov 73, |
| Category Codes |
8M; 48E# |
| NTIS Prices |
PC A05/MF A01 |
| Document Type |
NT |
| Cataloging Source |
NTIS/MT |
| Control Number |
326572702 |
| Origin |
NTIS |
| Type |
CAT |
