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Estimating force and power requirements for crosscut shearing of roundwood.
Author(s): Rodger A. Arola
Date: 1972
Source: Research Paper NC-73. St. Paul, MN: U.S. Dept. of Agriculture, Forest Service, North Central Forest Experiment Station
Publication Series: Research Paper (RP)
Station: North Central Research Station
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Presents a procedure which, through the use of nomographs, permits rapid estimation of the force required to crosscut shear logs of various species and diameters with shear blades ranging in thickness from 1/4 to 7/8 inch. In addition, nomographs are included to evaluate hydraulic cylinder sizes, pump capacities, and motor horsepower requirements to effect the cut.Publication Notes
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Arola, Rodger A. 1972. Estimating force and power requirements for crosscut shearing of roundwood. Research Paper NC-73. St. Paul, MN: U.S. Dept. of Agriculture, Forest Service, North Central Forest Experiment StationKeywords
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