Discrete Element Method (DEM) simulation of three-dimensional forces of full-scale mouldboard plow on paddy soil
Keywords:
Discrete Element Simulation, mouldboard plough, Soil bin, Three-dimensional forcesAbstract
Discrete element modelling (DEM) is widely regarded as one of the most effective methods for simulating the soil-to-tool interaction. Discrete element simulations were carried out to evaluate the performance of mouldboard plough in paddy soil. The Hertz-Mindlin bonding contact model was applied to develop the bonding between soil particles. Maximum soil draught force (3.64 N) was obtained at 15 cm depth. The force decreased from 1.98 to 1.10 N as the depth decreased from 10 cm to 5 cm. From the results, the DEM have the potential to predict cutting forces of mouldboard plough in all direction draught, vertical and side (Fx, Fy and Fz. A linear relationship was observed throughout the simulation process between working depths. It is concluded that the EDEM model has the potential to serve as a reliable tool for determining the soil-tool interaction.
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