Plot Comments Similar results to D1 and D2, this unit we tested the distribution underneath the track. The sensor was align under the outer lug, inner lug and down the center of the track. The center of the track had slightly lower stress since there was no direct contact to the rollers. Also notice how only […]
Plot Comments D2_3, D2_L_3 This Unit was tested at the _3 installation. This is a wheel tractor, comparable stress at depth effect compared to D1 as even accounting for lighter axle weight. […]
Plot Comments This is a curved bottom track Notice how there are only 3 peaks on each curve, corresponding to the small rollers on each track unit. The hard ground conditions meant the track was not bearing on the entire surface. The deeper pressures are a concern with this amount of weight […]