Studies of Dual and Tandem Rigid Wheel Performance in Sand

Abstract

Tests were conducted with five pair of wheels, three of which were geometrically similar. Four loads and three spacings were tested for each wheel pair. A dimensional analysis approach was utilized to develop general functional relationships for sinkage and motion resistance (tow force). Test data was analyzed and specific equations were developed for prediction of sinkage and resistance to motion for wheels in dual and tandem configuration. The resulting equations were compared with equations developed or discussed by Bekker. Single wheel tests were conducted and comparisons made between single wheel performance and dual or tandem wheel performance.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jun 01, 1971
Accession Number
AD0726384

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  • Gary D. Swanson

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  • Stevens Institute of Technology

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  • Air Platforms
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  • Aspect Ratio
  • Calibration
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  • Coefficients
  • Cohesive Soils
  • Department Of Defense
  • Diameters
  • Dynamometers
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  • Instrumentation
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  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Mechanics
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  • United States
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  • Agricultural and Food sciences

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  • Space
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