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Nichols, Dr. Mark L.

Soil Compaction Criteria
Society: ASABE Main Category: Agricultural & Biological Sub Category: Soil Era: 1930s DateCreated: 1933 National Soil Dynamics Laboratory Auburn State: AL Zip: 36832 Country: USA Website: https://www.asabe.org/awards-landmarks/asabe-historic-landmarks/soil-compaction-criteria-25.aspx Creator: Nichols, Dr. Mark L.

Historically, Farm Tillage Tools Were Designed Without Scientific Knowledge Of How Tools Work The Soil. Thus, A Tool Designed To Operate In One Soil Pulled By A Mule Might Not Operate Satisfactorily In Another Soil Or When Pulled By A Tractor At Higher Speeds. Traction And Flotation Problems Appeared With The Introduction Of Tractors. The Importance Of Developing A Scientific Approach To The Study Of Tillage And Traction Became Apparent During The Transition From Animal To Mechanical Power.

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1990
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Soil Compaction Criteria

Historically, Farm Tillage Tools Were Designed Without Scientific Knowledge Of How Tools Work The Soil. Thus, A Tool Designed To Operate In One Soil Pulled By A Mule Might Not Operate Satisfactorily In Another Soil Or When Pulled By A Tractor At Higher Speeds. Traction And Flotation Problems…

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