16 research outputs found
Application of Angot precipitation index in the assessment of rainfall erosivity: Vojvodina Region case study (North Serbia)
The paper aims to provide an overview of the most important parameters (the occurrence, frequency and magnitude) in Vojvodina Region (North Serbia). Monthly and annual mean precipitation values in the period 1946ā2014, for the 12 selected meteorological stations were used. Relevant parameters (precipitation amounts, Angot precipitation index) were used as indicators of rainfall erosivity. Rainfall erosivity index was calculated and classified throughout precipitation susceptibility classes liable of triggering soil erosion. Precipitation trends were obtained and analysed by three different statistical approaches. Results indicate that various susceptibility classes are identified within the observed period, with a higher presence of very severe rainfall erosion in June and July. This study could have implications for mitigation strategies oriented towards reduction of soil erosion by water.Prispevek podaja pregled najpomembnejÅ”ih padavinskih parametrov (pojavnost, pogostost in velikost) v Vojvodini (severna Srbija). Za 12 izbranih meteoroloÅ”kih postaj so bile uporabljene meseÄne in letne povpreÄne vrednosti padavin v obdobju 1946ā2014. Kot kazalnike erozivnosti padavin smo upora-bili ustrezne padavinske parametre (koliÄina padavin, padavinski indeks Angot). IzraÄunali smo indeks erozivnosti padavin in ga razvrstili v razrede glede na možnost pojavljanja erozije prsti. Trende smo preuÄili s tremi razliÄnimi statistiÄnimi pristopi. V preuÄevanem obdobju smo prepoznali razliÄne razrede indeksa, z zelo moÄno padavin erozijo junija in julija. Raziskava je dober temelj za oblikovanje strategij, usmerjenih v zmanjÅ”anje vodne erozije prst
Initial results of the colorimetric indices of the oldest exposed pedocomplex (Titel loess plateau, Serbia)
In this study we present an in-depth description of the colorimetric values for the lowest section of the Dukatar Loess Palaeosol Sequence (LPS) pedocomplex S5. Formed during the Marine Isotope Stage (MIS) 13-15, it represents the oldest pedocomplex exposed at the base of the Titel loess plateau (TLP), near the confluence of the Tisa and Danube rivers in Vojvodina (northern Serbia). The results of low-field magnetic susceptibility measurements (Ļlf) were compared to colour properties (obtained by conventional methods as well as instrumental measuring) and quantified Soil Development Indices (SDI). Of these measurements we found that the Redness Index (RI1) yielded the most useful results, as this index appears most sensitive to lithological changes and soil development intensity. It was also observed that a high level of correlation existed between Ļlf, and a* chromaticity. The initial results of this study highlight the utility of colorimetric methods as an interdisciplinary tool when evaluating the presence of ferromagnetics, and the application of rock magnetism to the Middle and Upper Pleistocene LPS of the Middle Danube Basin. The presented approach can be used to observe the evolution of climatic and ecological conditions in the given study area, and for establishing correlations between sites extending over the Eurasian LPS provinces
Rainfall erosivity and extreme precipitation in the Netherlands
In order to assess the rainfall erosivity of the Netherlands, several parameters which describe distribution, concentration, and variability of precipitation were used (the annual amount of precipitation, the precipitation concentration index and the modified Fournier index), as well as eleven extreme precipitation indices (maximum1-day precipitation amount, maximum 5-day precipitation amount, simple daily intensity index, number of heavy precipitation days, number of very heavy precipitation days, number of days above 25 mm, consecutive dry days, consecutive wet days, very wet days, extremely wet days, and annual total wet-day precipitation). The precipitation data for calculating the above mentioned parameters is obtained from the Royal Netherlands Meteorological Institute for the period 1957ā2016. Based on statistical analysis and the calculated values, the results have been presented with the Geographic Information System (GIS) to point out the most vulnerable parts of the Netherlands with regard to pluvial erosion. This study presents the first results of combined rainfall erosivity and extreme precipitation indices for the investigated area. Trend analysis implies a shift from being largely in the low erosivity class to being completely in the moderate erosivity class in the future, thus indicating an increase in rainfall erosivity. Furthermore, the observed precipitation extremes suggest that both the amount and the intensity of precipitation are increasing. The results of this study suggest that the climate conditions in the Netherlands are changing, and that this change might have a negative influence on the rainfall erosivity of the country
Rainfall erosivity and extreme precipitation in the Pannonian basin
In order to assess the rainfall erosivity in the Pannonian basin, several parameters which describe distribution, concentration and variability of precipitation were used, as well as 9 extreme precipitation indices. The precipitation data is obtained from the European Climate Assessment and Dataset project for the period 1961-2014, for 8 meteorological stations in northern Serbia, 5 in Hungary and 1 in eastern Croatia. The extreme values of precipitation were calculated following the indices developed by the ETCCDI. RclimDex software package was used for indices calculation. Based on statistical analysis and the calculated values, the results have been presented with Geographic Information System (GIS) to point out the most vulnerable parts of the Pannonian basin, with regard to pluvial erosion. This study presents the first result of combined rainfall erosivity and extreme precipitation indices for the investigated area. Results of PCI indicate presence of moderate precipitation concentration (mean value 11.6). Trend analysis of FI (mean value 22.7) and MFI (mean value 70.2) implies a shift from being largely in the low erosivity class, to being completely in the moderate erosivity class in the future, thus indicating an increase in rainfall erosivity for most of the investigated area (except in the northwestern parts). Furthermore, the observed precipitation extremes suggest that both the amount and the intensity of precipitation are increasing. The knowledge about the areas affected by strong soil erosion could lead to introducing effective measures in order to reduce it. Long term analysis of rainfall erosivity is a significant step concerning flood prevention, hazard mitigation, ecosystem services, land use change and agricultural production
Application of Landsat-derived NDVI in monitoring and assessment of vegetation cover changes in Central Serbia
This paper evaluates the application of the Normalised Difference Vegetation Index (NDVI) in the monitoring and assessment of temporal vegetation cover changes (from 2006 to 2014) in three municipalities of Central Serbia: Topola, Jagodina and KurÅ”umlija. Additionally, special focus is placed on the analysis of the forest areas and the possible use of NDVI in the forest management sector. Results of the NDVI applied through Idrisi software identify all vegetation cover types and their typical values for presented case studies and observed periods. Obtained results for Serbian case studies indicate two major observations outlined for the investigated period. It was noticed that vegetation cover is experiencing a certain decrease, and that certain discrepancies exists between the NDVI and official forest area statistics for certain municipalities. The study outlines the positive outcomes of the applied remote sensing techniques, especially for southern Serbian municipalities where illegal logging activities are pronounced. Hence, this method proved very promising for countries performing national forest inventories, such as Serbia, providing local forest managers with several essential up-to-date information about vegetation cover changes on an annual basis. Ā© 2019 Carpathian Journal of Earth and Environmental Sciences
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New dimensions in the process of measuring of the financial success of the company are given in the application of the balance card as the key tool in the process of measuring of the business success. The basis of this measuring model are the financial and nonfinancial factors ā goals, process and resource quality indicators as well as the measures to be taken to achieve four perspectives (development tools). The most common restrictions in the implementation of this model are the inadequate support by the top management and the nonexistent business strategy in the compan
Estimation of water quality of Sava River (Vojvodina, Serbia) in the period 2004-2011 using Serbian Water Quality Index (SWQI)
A Water Quality Index (WQI) is a numeric expression used to evaluate the quality of water bodies and make it easier understood by managers. This paper aims to assess water quality of Sava River in VojvoĀdina (North Serbia) for the 2004 - 2011 period. For this purpose authors applied: Serbian Water QualĀity Index (SWQI) assessment. WQI value is dimensionless, single number ranging from 0 to 100 (best quality) derived from numerous physical, chemical, biological and microbiological parameters. For the Sava River SWQI was mainly rated as very good. This study shows a clear decrease in water quality durĀing warmer periods of the year. Additionally, this study shows that water quality along Sava River deĀcreases slightly downstream, of Sremska Mitrovica station but it still provides values that according to SWQI descriptive quality indicator have been defined as good (72-83) and very good (84 - 89). Also, this study shows an increase of SWQI downstream of the confluence of Drina River into Sava River. This methodology includes parameters for assessment of organic loading, but does not involve parameters of heavy metals concentration
Surgical dislocation of the hip in patients with femoroacetabular impingement: Surgical techniques and our experience
Background/Aim. Arthrosis of the hip is the most common cause of a hip joint
disorders. The aim of this study was to present our experience in the
application of a safe surgical dislocation of the hip in patients with minor
morphological changes in the hip joint, which, through the mechanism of
femoroacetabular impingement, cause damage to the acetabular labrum and
adjacent cartilage as an early sign of the hip arthrosis. Methods. We have
operated 51 patients with different morphological bone changes in the hip
area and resultant soft tissue damage of the acetabular labrum and its
adjacent cartilage. Surgical technique that we applied in this group of
patients, was adapted to our needs and capabilities and it was minimaly
modified compared to the original procedure. Results. The surgical technique
presented in this paper, proved to be a good method of treatment of bone and
soft tissue pathomorphological changes of the hip in patients with
femoroacetabular impingement. We had no cases with avascular necrosis of the
femoral head, and two patients had nonunion of the greater trochanter, 9
patients developed paraarticular ossification, without subjective symptoms,
while 3 patients suffered from postoperative pain in the groin during more
energetic physical activities. Conclusion. Utilization of our partly modified
surgical technique of controlled and safe dislocation of the hip can solve
all the bone and soft tissue problems in patients with femoroacetibular
impingement to stop already developed osteoarthritis of the hip or to prevent
mild form of it
Bioclimatic and climatic tourism conditions at Zlatibor Mountain (Western Serbia)
This study presents the climatic and bioclimatic conditions at Zlatibor, as well as their modification and distribution over the year. Zlatibor Mountain is a popular tourist destination in Serbia, and it stands out as a mountain of exquisite natural and anthropogenic values. Information about climate and bioclimate is presented by using physiologically equivalent temperature (PET), and universal thermal climate index (UTCI) over 10-day periods. The Climate-Tourism/Transfer-Information-Scheme (CTIS) was also used as it displays climate and bioclimate information for tourism purposes based on thresholds of relevant parameters and the frequency of occurrence. The weather suitability index (WSI) was calculated as well, because it provides synthetic information about suitability of weather for different forms of recreational and tourism activities. The results obtained in this study were used to develop a bioclimatological leaflet for Zlatibor, which could be very useful to the tourism industry and stakeholders in decision-making, but also it will enable tourist to choose the best time for holiday depending on personal preferences and requirements
Introducing the loess pyramid: An unusual landform in the thick loess deposits of Vojvodina, Serbia
In this paper we introduce the term 'loess pyramid' for an unusual form of relief in thick loess deposits. From a distance, the loess pyramid resembles a haystack; this is why it is known as 'the haystack' by the local residents. Its erosional origin is conditional, occurring only where loess deposits are thick and gully erosion changes direction significantly. We describe a loess pyramid on a thick loess section near the Tisa (Tisza) River in Titel province, Serbia. The pyramid has a maximum altitude of 111.6 m, a width of 82 m and a length of 52 m. It is framed by two smaller gullies that belong to one hydrological system, but each has different morphological properties. The gullies output directly to the floodplain of the Tisa River, which cut the escarpment that the pyramid is set within. Given the relatively small number of references from the international and geomorphological literature on such landforms, this study represents an interesting contribution to the geomorphology of loess landscapes