College - Author 1
College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences
Department - Author 1
BioResource and Agricultural Engineering Department
Degree Name - Author 1
BS in Agricultural Systems Management
Date
6-2014
Primary Advisor
Gary Weisenberger
Abstract/Summary
This project is an analysis and comparison of a three-point mounted ripper compared to a drawbar pull behind ripper. This will provide Baptista Farms with better insight into which method would better suit their needs. Since there are different situations created by different soil types, ripper shank configuration, soil moisture content, and tractor setup, an in depth analysis is needed. The result of this project will be a hitch method that will provide less tractor wear, while still providing the desired ripper depth and acceptable wheel slip. Also, the project includes a results and discussion section that presents recommendations for a better, more accurate test and a conclusion to which method is recommended for Baptista Farms.
URL: https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/braesp/93