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Some New Methods of Topologic Classification of Channel Networks

Some New Methods of Topologic Classification of Channel Networks Some new methods for the topologic classification of channel networks are proposed. These methods are all based on the concept of topologic path length, or number of links from the network outlet to a junction or source. Two parameters, the total path length (sum of all path lengths) and the diameter (largest path length) are shown to be useful in network analysis. Some advantages of these parameters are that they are easy to measure, have straightforward topologic interpretations, and are closely related to important geometric measures. Moreover, they are capable of explaining various empirical geomorphic “laws,” such as the 0.6 power relation between mainstream length and area. http://www.deepdyve.com/assets/images/DeepDyve-Logo-lg.png Geographical Analysis Wiley

Some New Methods of Topologic Classification of Channel Networks

Geographical Analysis , Volume 5 (4) – Oct 1, 1973

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Publisher
Wiley
Copyright
1973 The Ohio State University
ISSN
0016-7363
eISSN
1538-4632
DOI
10.1111/j.1538-4632.1973.tb00491.x
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Abstract

Some new methods for the topologic classification of channel networks are proposed. These methods are all based on the concept of topologic path length, or number of links from the network outlet to a junction or source. Two parameters, the total path length (sum of all path lengths) and the diameter (largest path length) are shown to be useful in network analysis. Some advantages of these parameters are that they are easy to measure, have straightforward topologic interpretations, and are closely related to important geometric measures. Moreover, they are capable of explaining various empirical geomorphic “laws,” such as the 0.6 power relation between mainstream length and area.

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Geographical AnalysisWiley

Published: Oct 1, 1973

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