Research Progress of Application of Ground Penetrating Radar Technology in Soil Properties Detection

doi:10.11923/j.issn.2095-4050.cjas2023-0214

Abstract

Abstract:

Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) is recognized for its rapid, non-invasive technology in medium and small-scale near-earth sensing. It has been widely applied in soil property analysis due to its considerable data richness, high resolution and excellent spatial continuity. This article presented a comprehensive review of the principles underlying GPR’s use in soil property detection, elaborated on forward simulation methods and the prevalent soil dielectric models in use. It summarized the current advancements in applying GPR technology for assessing various soil properties, including moisture content, texture, stratification, compaction, and salinity. Additionally, the paper discussed the challenges and limitations in the field applications: the influence factors of field detection were complex, and the data interpretation was complex and subjective, most of the researches only stayed in the qualitative or semi-quantitative stage. Concluding perspective, the article pointed out that with ongoing advancements in signal processing and theoretical research, GPR held significant potential for future innovations in soil characteristic exploration. This work aimed to serve as a valuable resource for ongoing and future studies on the application of GPR in soil property investigation.

Key words: ground penetrating radar, soil properties, forward modeling, soil dielectric model

FU Meiling, ZHU Xiangming, DUAN Wenbiao. Research Progress of Application of Ground Penetrating Radar Technology in Soil Properties Detection[J]. Journal of Agriculture, 2024, 14(4): 93-100.

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物质材料	静态电导率σ_s/(mS/m)	相对介电常数ε_r
干黏土	1~100	2~20
湿黏土	100~1000	15~40
干沙土	0.1~100	4~6
湿沙土	10~100	15~30
干沃土	0.1~1	4~6
湿沃土	10~100	10~20
一般土壤	5	16

物质材料	静态电导率σ_s/(mS/m)	相对介电常数ε_r
干黏土	1~100	2~20
湿黏土	100~1000	15~40
干沙土	0.1~100	4~6
湿沙土	10~100	15~30
干沃土	0.1~1	4~6
湿沃土	10~100	10~20
一般土壤	5	16