Development of a Dynamometer to Measure All Forces and Moments Applied on Tillage Tools

A new triaxial dynamometer was designed, constructed and tested to measure and locate the position of all forces and moments on tillage implements, up to a maximum force of 10 kN and a maximum moment of 10 kN × m. The design concept of the facility was based on four frames attached to each other by load cells and tillage tool were attached on the inner frame. Calibration of the system showed the reliable and precise performance of the dynamometer in tracking the forces and moments. Additionally, the designed setup operated desirably under field conditions. Draft measurement was compared to those predicted by ASABE Standard D497.7 and was found to be in standard range. By using the new facility, it would be possible to study the relationship between forces and moments at the varying practical cases and design of tines, toolbars and tillage equipments in regard to the soil type and available tractor power will be facilitated.

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