Modification and laboratory testing of a locally made two-wheel tractor based on anthropometric profile of Calabarzon farmers.

Date

2011

Degree

Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Engineering

Major Course

Major in Agricultural Power and Machinery Engineering

College

College of Engineering and Agro-Industrial Technology (CEAT)

Abstract

A modification and fabrication of a locally made two-wheel tractor based on anthropometric profile of CALABARZON farmers was done. Modifications on the distance of engage clutch from the handle, foot to implement clearance, handle to handle distance, handle diameter, handle grip length, handle length and length height were done based on the 5ᵗʰ and 95ᵗʰ percentile recommended body measurements of CALABARZON farmers. The modified two-wheel tractor was subjected to laboratory and comparative performance test against the Shuhe hand tractor. The modified tractor has higher field efficiency (86.20%). It has also lower fuel consumption (0.37L/h) than the Shuhe tractor (0.40L/h). The degree of difficulty on maneuverability, control and balance were manifested in using the Shuhe tractor powered with 5.1 kW diesel engine and weighing 206kg. On the other hand, the modified design powered with 3.1 kW diesel and 4.1kW gasoline engines, weighing 111.5kg and 103kg, respectively were easier to operate. The lighter the factor is, the faster it can perform plowing operation under lowland condition and consumes lesser amount of diesel fuel.

Language

English

Location

UPLB College of Engineering and Agro-Industrial Technology (CEAT)

Call Number

LG 993.5 2011 A2 C65

Document Type

Thesis

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