WaNuLCAS Help Files

We have developed various help files to support users of WaNuLCAS. These files are available freely in downloading section of this website.

1. Tree Parameterisation

We developed an excel file Treeparameterisation.xls to helps users in estimating tree specific parameters for WaNuLCAS. The estimation is based on quick survey methods and a fractal branching model (Functional Branch Analysis = FBA). We also have developed a tool to visualize branching patterns generated or collected using this FBA rules Check this out.

2. Crop Parameterisation

We also developed another excel file to estimate some of the the crop specific parameters. This is based on the 'potential production' estimates of the WOFOST model.

3. Tree - Crop Growth Validation

A simplified version of WaNULCAS was built to validate the tree and crop parameterisation. This is basically modeling tree and crop growth at its potential level, without limitations if water and nutrients. Currently, only for tree growth is available. For crop growth, will be available soon.

A tool to help users viewing dynamically plant growth and water/nutrient changes during simulation is also available (WanView.xls).

4. Database

An access database is built to compile all WaNuLCAS input parameters and its definitions (Appendix 7 of Manual). At the moment, it is in English, Bahasa Indonesia and Portuguese. We also listed output parameters (Appendix 4 of Manual) and other useful parameters - Appendix 8 (still under construction). Database of parameter values for various tree and crop types also available.