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Biomass harvesting in Eucalyptus plantations in Western Australia
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posted on 2023-05-17, 11:20 authored by Ghaffariyan, MR, Brown, M, Acuna, M, Sessions, J, Kuehmaier, M, Wiedemann, JAustralia is at an early stage of exploring the use of forest biomass to generate energy. This study evaluated the biomass yield and the productivity rates of equipment for harvesting biomass in a poor-quality eucalypt plantation. The operation consisted of a tracked feller-buncher, grapple skidder and mobile chipper. Time study methods were used to measure the harvesting operation. A multiple regression model was constructed to predict skidding productivity. Biomass production was 63.9 t ha−1 based on the recorded load weight of eight trucks. Delays were documented and analysed. The average delay for all equipment was about 30% of working time. The study results will help guide biomass harvesting managers to estimate productivity and cost of similar operation sites.
History
Publication title
Southern ForestsVolume
73Issue
3-4Pagination
149-154ISSN
2070-2620Department/School
School of Architecture and DesignPublisher
Taylor & FrancisPlace of publication
LondonRights statement
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