Fractal-D, Fractal Dimension Estimation
The fractal dimension, D, of the outline of an object provides
information about its complexity that goes beyond that available through
ordinary Euclidean methods. Fractal-D introduces the user to the
potential of fractal analysis by providing a means by which this
statistic can easily be estimated for two-dimensional data sets. The
estimation procedure, commonly referred to as the “divider” method, and
the results of the analysis are both displayed graphically. Fractal-D
accepts user-supplied outlines. The final screen in a typical analysis
shows the outline of the object being analyzed on the left and a plot of
log-lengths versus log-step sizes on the right. The slope of the
regression line is used to estimate the fractal dimension. The program
can also generate simulated outlines that can be analyzed in a similar
way.
Fractal-D supports MorphoSys contour files, both interactive and
batch mode operation. It comes complete with sample data files and a
manual that contains user information, suggested exercises (using sample
files), and selected references to applications of fractal geometry in
the physical and biological sciences.
Requirements: PC compatible, DOS 3.3+, 256K+ RAM, and a graphics
adapter (Hercules, CGA, MCGA, EGA, and VGA are supported).
Cost: $75.00. Ten-user site license $295.00
Note: while this is an old DOS program, it
is still listed because some find it useful.