Benefits and Limitations of Winch-Assist Technology for Skidding Operations

Skidders are very cost-effective extraction machines, and winch-assist systems may extend their operating range to increasingly steep terrain. The use of winch-assist skidder systems is relatively new, and little information is available about their operational efficiency and potential soil impact....

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Main Authors: Rien M. Visser, Raffaele Spinelli
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2023-02-01
Series:Forests
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/1999-4907/14/2/296