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Forest Parameters

During the upload process, users can define parameters related to the surveyed forest stand.
These settings help improve calculation accuracy and enable the generation of species-specific forestry indicators.

Configurable Data​

  • Tree species: can be selected from a predefined list (e.g., Beech, Acacia, Turkey oak, Pedunculate oak, Black pine, etc.).
    Accurate species selection is crucial, as volume calculation formulas may differ by species.

⚠️ Note: Always specify the dominant tree species within the area.
If multiple species are present, mention them in the Notes section.

  • Timber volume calculation formula: several methods are available:

    • Sopp volume tables (commonly used in Hungary)
    • Schumacher–Hall equation
    • Form factor method (Formzahlmethode)
    • Allometric approach
    • Sectional log-fitting from point clouds
    • Height and diameter estimation only

  • Minimum and maximum tree height (m): define the range for tree height calculations.

  • Minimum and maximum trunk diameter (cm): specify which diameter values should be considered during processing.

  • Forest density: estimated spacing between trees, selectable from categories:

    • 1 – approx. every 2 meters
    • 2 – approx. every 4 meters
    • 3 – approx. every 6 meters

  • Canopy condition: indicate whether the data was collected with full foliage.
    This may influence trunk visibility and measurement precision.

  • Notes: free-text field for any additional information or contextual details about the forest stand.

⚠️ Warning:
If the survey was conducted with full canopy cover, the system cannot generate a complete tree inventory, as trunks and ground surfaces may be partially obscured.
In such cases, only Tree Count and DTM services are available.

✅ Advantage:
By specifying forest parameters, TreeDetect can calculate more accurate, species-specific indicators, resulting in reports and analyses that better reflect the actual forest composition.