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Soil compaction on a mechanized timber harvest operation in eastern Oregon

Creator:

Zaborske, Richard R.

Abstract:

The use of mechanized harvest equipment has been increasing as an economical method to harvest small diameter timber. While the use of this equipment is increasing, little is known about associated soil compaction. In particular, little information exists on soil compaction caused by feller--bunchers. This study measured soil compaction caused...

Resource Type:

Capstone Project
Shovel logging and soil compaction : a case study

Creator:

Floch, Rick F.

Abstract:

Shovel logging is a relatively new ground-based method of yarding tinther. It involves moving logs from stump to landing by successive swinging with a hydraulic excavator modified into a log loader by replacing the shovel bucket with a grapple. Loaders used in shovel yarding can weigh in excess of 100,000...

Resource Type:

Capstone Project