College - Author 1
College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences
Department - Author 1
BioResource and Agricultural Engineering Department
Degree Name - Author 1
BS in BioResource and Agricultural Engineering
Date
5-2016
Primary Advisor
Mark A. Zohns
Abstract/Summary
This senior project discusses the design of a folding 15 ft. wide leveler for orchard use. This design utilized a category 2 three-point hitch to connect the implement to a tractor. The folding mechanism uses the tractors hydraulic system to actuate the folding movement using hydraulic cylinders. The blades, when wings in operational position, are rigid with one another after some assembly. When the implement is folded the width is reduced to nine feet.
URL: https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/braesp/129
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Bioresource and Agricultural Engineering Commons, Computer-Aided Engineering and Design Commons, Engineering Mechanics Commons, Mechanics of Materials Commons, Structural Engineering Commons