Some module in SAGA GIS were renamed in version 2.08. Please note that the SIDE algorithm is now in
Terrain Analysis – Hydrology > Catchment Area (Parallel).
The usage instructions written for SAGA version 2.06 should still be applicable (See: http://thomasgrabs.com/side-algorithm/ )
Please contact me if you need further assistance (thomas<dot>grabs<at>geo.uu.se)
The new paper describing the “SIDE-algorithm” has just been published by Water Resources Research! You can download it from here or email me for a copy.
There is also a blog entry describing why this new GIS tool might be helpful for your own research. Finally a compiled and ready-to-use version of the method is be available at: http://thomasgrabs.com/side-algorithm/. On the same page you can download also usage instructions.
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Most people would agree that streams have two sides, right? Funnily though, this fundamental truth has been up and until now completely overlooked by terrain analysts!
I recently went through the hassle adventure of compiling SAGA-GIS and discovered (a.k. fell into) several pitfalls when following the official guide.
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Download and learn how to use the SIDE-algorithm!
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