stångsystem
A stångsystem, or "rod system," refers to a traditional Swedish method of measuring and calculating the volume of standing timber in forests. This system was widely used in Sweden before the introduction of more modern forestry techniques and technology. The stångsystem is based on the assumption that trees grow in a predictable pattern, allowing for simplified calculations of timber volume without the need for precise measurements of each individual tree.
The method involves dividing the forest into sections, or "stång," where each section is assumed to contain
One of the key components of the stångsystem was the use of standardized tables and formulas, which
The stångsystem remains an important historical reference in Swedish forestry, illustrating early approaches to resource assessment