Part 3: Reference & Resources

Welcome to the iLand Reference & Resources portal. Here you will find structural specifications for model inputs and outputs, variable indices, dynamic expressions, scientific publications, and license agreements.

Model Configuration

Technical specifications for setting up the main XML simulation project file and defining species-specific parameters.

Project File Structure: General XML structure, tags, and file inclusion mechanism. Project Settings Reference: Database of all XML settings grouped by submodules (System, Model, Modules, Outputs). Species Parameters: Complete list of species characteristics (phenology, competition, fire, dispersal).

Variables & Expressions

Documentation for mathematical expressions, runtime variables, and standard indexes.

Variables Hub: Unified guide for scripting variables. Mathematical Expressions: Parser syntax, operators, and dynamic math formulas.

Entity Variable Lists:
Individual Trees • Sapling Cohorts • Resource Units (RU) • Dead / Harvested Trees

Simulation Outputs

iLand generates detailed SQLite database tables and console debugging logs during execution.

Outputs Database Tables: Detailed schema of all SQLite output tables. Organizing Outputs: Database file handling, naming conventions, and runtime conditions. Dynamic Outputs: Configuring custom aggregations for trees and stands. Console Debug Logs: Low-level CSV debugging options for water, growth, and light.

Resources & License

Scientific citations, release notes, license terms, and external community links.

Scientific Publications: Bibliography of iLand model applications. Release Notes: Complete version change logs and updates. Terms & Conditions: Model licensing and scientific citation guide.