Defining the effect of sweep tillage tool cutting edge geometry on tillage forces using 3D discrete element modelling

The energy required for tillage processes accounts for a significant proportion of total energy used in crop production. In many tillage processes decreasing the draft and upward vertical forces is often desired for reduced fuel use and improved penetration, respectively. Recent studies have proved...

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Main Authors: Mustafa Ucgul, John M. Fielke, Chris Saunders
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: KeAi Communications Co., Ltd. 2015-09-01
Series:Information Processing in Agriculture
Subjects:
DEM
Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2214317315000323