Published 1976 | Version v1
Journal article

Performance testing of the neutron probe VA-S-20.1 for soil moisture measurements in forests

  • 1. Technische Univ., Dresden (German Democratic Republic)

Description

The neutron probe VA-S-20.1 was tested for application in forestry. The probe should be only applied if a large number of measurements has to be carried out through long periods because of following disadvantages: 1) the heaviness of the devices and shielding container, 2) low sensitivity of the counter during field operation, and 3) the determination of the calibration curve is material and time consuming

Additional details

Additional titles

Original title (German)
Eignung der Neutronensonde (VA-S-20.1) zur Bodenfeuchtigkeitsmessung skeletthaltiger Waldboeden

Publishing Information

Journal Title
Arch. Naturschutz Landschaftsforsch.
Journal Volume
16
Journal Issue
2
Series
Arch. Naturschutz Landschaftsforsch.
Journal Page Range
163-168

INIS

Country of Publication
German Democratic Republic
Country of Input or Organization
German Democratic Republic
INIS RN
8324429
Subject category
S58: GEOSCIENCES;
Descriptors DEI
CALIBRATION; FORESTS; MOISTURE GAGES; PERFORMANCE TESTING; SOILS
Descriptors DEC
MEASURING INSTRUMENTS; TESTING