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In many spatial interpolation fields, high accuracy surface modeling (HASM) has yielded better accuracy than classical interpolation methods. The Gaussian equation is the core of the HASM algorithm; The current version of the HASM method builds the Gaussian equation in Cartesian coordinates and, computes the two partial derivatives of the surface in the horizontal and vertical directions for each grid. In this paper, a modified HASM method is proposed that integrates flow paths to improve the original HASM methodology. The modified HASM approach involves two steps. The first step generates an initial DEM, which is used to compute the flow path. Then, the second step is conducted based on scatter points and the flow direction. The output from this step is better than the initial DEM. First, we used a theoretical mathematical surface to validate the correctness of the modified model. Then, we chose a small study area where the topography is affected by hydrological erosion for analysis. The test results showed that the modified HASM method constructed a DEM with low MAE and RMSE values compared to those of traditional methods, and it more accurately characterized topographic features. Finally, a relatively gently sloping area was selected to validate that the applicability of the new method in other areas.
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We are thankful for all of the helpful comments provided by the reviewers. This study was supported by the Natural Science Foundation of China (41701450, 41571398, 41501445), Key Project of Natural Science Research of Anhui Provincial Department of Education (KJ2016A536), Research project on the application of public welfare Technology in Anhui Province (1704f0704064), and Anhui Provincial Natural Science Foundation of China (1608085QD77).
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Jiang, L., Zhao, M., Yue, T. et al. A modified HASM algorithm and its application in DEM construction. Earth Sci Inform 11, 423–431 (2018). https://doi.org/10.1007/s12145-018-0341-y
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