Can better environmental inputs improve sea clutter estimation? A numerical experiment
Examines the effects of better environmental inputs to a sea clutter model. Outlines and discuss the way of improving the existing sea clutter models. - (CB)
Cropping techniques in the Tropics for soil conservation and soil improvement
Contour cultivation, the establishment of contour ridges and contour hedges, the best suited way of tilling, are some of the great number of proven techniques which could be employed simultaneously for soil conservation and soil improvement. - (L'A.).
Algorithmic and technical improvements : optimal solutions to the (generalized) multi-Weber problem
The AA. demonstrate a new method for obtaining optimal solutions to the Multi-Weber Problem and prove the optimality of the results. The paper seeks to improve implementation of the algorithm to make the solutions economically attractive.
Improving aggregate stability of sodic sandy loam soils by organics
The objective of this study was to examine at different application rates the effectiveness of some natural and synthetic organics in improving aggregate stability of sodic soils. An attempt has also been made by multi-index approach to select
Einsatzmoglichkeiten der Fernerkundung zur Standortuntersuchung für Hydromeliorationen in der DDR. (Applications for remote sensing to the investigation of stations for land improvement in the GDR)
Importance of stations surveying for land improvement and drainage particularly is described: rationalization by remote sensing experiences and aims of the utilization by of aerial photographs. Application of further remote sensing methods. (HL).
Voucher recipient achievement of improved housing conditions in the US : do moving distance and relocation services matter ?
Expertise ; Habitability ; Housing ; Housing improvement ; Residential choice ; Residential environment ; Satisfaction ; Service ; United States of America
The contingent valuation method relies on direct elicitation of consumer preferences and willingness to pay. The paper describes an application of the method to facilitate demand-driven planning for provision of improved sanitation in Ouagadougou