Estimating the Weight of Douglas-Fir Tree Boles and Logs with an Iterative Computer Model

摘要

A computer model that estimates the green weights of standing trees was developed and validated for old-growth Douglas-fir. The model calculates the green weight for the entire bole, for the bole to any merchantable top, and for any log length within the bole. Calculated weights were compared to actual weights as measured on truck scales. The model accurately estimated the weight of logs (less than 10 percent error) and provides an estimation technique that is expected to have application for various elements of timber management.