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Road Network Tool

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Overview

The Road Network Tool is an advanced routing and distance analysis feature in Horizon that provides comprehensive route calculations and network analysis capabilities. This specialized tool enables users to calculate precise distances from forest coupes to specific destinations, measure point-to-point distances across the road network, and visualize optimal routes for transportation planning and logistics optimization.

Tool Functions

Primary Functions

  • Route Distance Calculations: Compute accurate road network distances between selected points
  • Coupe-to-Destination Analysis: Calculate optimal routes from forest management areas to specified destinations
  • Point-to-Point Measurements: Measure precise distances between any two points on the transportation network
  • Route Visualization: Display calculated routes on the map with visual highlighting for easy interpretation
  • Transportation Planning: Support logistics planning with accurate distance and route information

Available Tools

  • Coupe Distance Calculator: Specialized tool for calculating distances from named forest coupes to destinations
  • Network Distance Analysis: Comprehensive point-to-point distance measurements across the road network
  • Route Optimization: Advanced routing algorithms for efficient path finding and transportation planning

Using the Tool

Coupe Distance Calculation

  1. Enter Coupe Details:

    • Type coupe name
    • Select from matching options
    • Choose destination
  2. Calculate Route:

    • Click calculate icon
    • View highlighted route
    • Review distance results

Road Analysis

Troubleshooting

IssueSolution
Coupe not foundVerify name spelling
No route displayedCheck network connectivity
Unexpected routeVerify destination selection

Video Tutorial

Watch this guide on using the Road Network Tool:


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