Using value functions to elicit spatial preference information

摘要: Decision making in forest planning often involves situations, where the value of stand is dependent on its location or properties stands nearby. Often most intuitive tool to describe spatial objectives and outcomes a visual map. However, evaluating comparing different maps may prove considerable cognitive burden, especially over large areas long-term planning. In this study, we investigate use functions for eliciting preference information from maps. Our case study part project investigating possibilities increasing broadleaf-tree-dominated habitats northern Swedish landscape. The experts involved evaluated showing fragmentation patterns. Different indices were then calculated maps, expert evaluations used sketch describing preferred level. approach was found be quick way translating preferences into numerical values conceptualizing relatively abstract concept Furthermore, results show that choice certain index has crucial effect function.