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07 Jul 2025
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Quantitative soil characterization using the frequency domain electromagnetic induction method in heterogeneous fields
Gaston Mendoza
CORRESPONDING AUTHOR
Department of Environment, Faculty of Bioscience Engineering, Ghent University, Coupure Links 653, geb. B, 9000 Ghent, Belgium
Guillaume Blanchy
Urban and Environmental Engineering, University of Liège, Liège, Belgium
F.R.S-FNRS (Fonds de la Recherche Scientifique), Brussels, Belgium
Ellen Van De Vijver
Department of Environment, Faculty of Bioscience Engineering, Ghent University, Coupure Links 653, geb. B, 9000 Ghent, Belgium
Jeroen Verhegge
Department of Environment, Faculty of Bioscience Engineering, Ghent University, Coupure Links 653, geb. B, 9000 Ghent, Belgium
Department of Archaeology, Ghent University, Sint-Pietersnieuwstraat 35-UFO, 9000 Ghent, Belgium
Wim Cornelis
Department of Environment, Faculty of Bioscience Engineering, Ghent University, Coupure Links 653, geb. B, 9000 Ghent, Belgium
Philippe De Smedt
Department of Environment, Faculty of Bioscience Engineering, Ghent University, Coupure Links 653, geb. B, 9000 Ghent, Belgium
Department of Archaeology, Ghent University, Sint-Pietersnieuwstraat 35-UFO, 9000 Ghent, Belgium
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Short summary
This study explores two methods for predicting soil properties using the frequency domain electromagnetic induction technique in Belgium. We compared deterministic models, which often require extensive data adjustments, to empirical models. Our findings suggest that empirical models are generally more effective for soil analysis, although each method has its limitations. This research helps improve soil property prediction, crucial for agriculture and environmental management.
This study explores two methods for predicting soil properties using the frequency domain...
