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Use Of Integrated Training Products To Support Grassland Curing Observers, Jude Alexander, Rosalind Thieme, Susan Kidnie, David Nichols, Rachel Bessell, Danielle Martin, Alex Chen
Use Of Integrated Training Products To Support Grassland Curing Observers, Jude Alexander, Rosalind Thieme, Susan Kidnie, David Nichols, Rachel Bessell, Danielle Martin, Alex Chen
Jude Alexander
Grassland curing training is delivered as an integrated suite of products designed to support the principles required to make observations in the field. Consistent, accurate reporting is based on a flexible understanding of the underlying characteristics of grass as it dries (cures). The structure and composition of grasslands are complex and dynamic; therefore teaching every possible set of parameters by rote would be impractical.
Automated Sensing Systems For Ground-Based Monitoring Of Grassland Curing, David Nichols, Glenn Newham, Darius Culvenor, Jude Alexander, Danielle Martin, Rachel Bessell, Susan Kidnie, Alex Chen
Automated Sensing Systems For Ground-Based Monitoring Of Grassland Curing, David Nichols, Glenn Newham, Darius Culvenor, Jude Alexander, Danielle Martin, Rachel Bessell, Susan Kidnie, Alex Chen
Jude Alexander
The process of grassland curing can significantly impact the likelihood of ignition and the rate of spread of a grass fire. The degree of curing, expressed as a percentage by weight, is one of the key inputs to fire spread models and fire danger rating systems such as the McArthur (1977) Grassland Fire Danger Meter. Many jurisdictions have relied on visual estimates of curing percentage, typically provided by regional volunteers, as an efficient alternative to weight based estimates of curing.