Journal article
Application of a fuzzy logic tool for linking hydro-ecological simulation output to decision support
Proceedings of the Seventh International Conference on Hydroscience and Engineering
13 Apr 2007
Abstract
Riverine ecosystems are critical habitats for a variety of threatened species. They are under continuous threat of destruction and are bedevilled with complex hydro-environmental problems. Mathematical models can serve as powerful tools in solving water resources problems. Most of the models available for water management are crisp, deterministic and precise in character. However, most water related problems are neither crisp nor deterministic. Solutions to such problems require a cocktail of models along with expert knowledge, which is formulated with words. This paper is expected to help bridge the gap between simulation output and policy formulation by proposing a framework for the integration of linguistic guidelines and indicators, developed a priori, into a purely numerical hydro-ecological system. The paper also discusses limitations in the use of traditional numerical models to aid decision support and initiate policy. Principles of the LiNK algorithm concept are illustrated with an example of a hydropower project on the habitat of endangered hippopotamus in a protected park.
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- Title
- Application of a fuzzy logic tool for linking hydro-ecological simulation output to decision support
- Creators
- Desmond Yaw Manful (Author) - Drexel University (1970-)Giselher Kaule (Author) - Drexel University (1970-)Nick van de Giesen (Author) - Drexel University (1970-)
- Publication Details
- Proceedings of the Seventh International Conference on Hydroscience and Engineering
- Resource Type
- Journal article
- Language
- English
- Academic Unit
- DU; College of Engineering; Civil, Architectural, and Environmental Engineering
- Identifiers
- 991014632188404721