The Harvest Operability Index (HOI): A Decision Support Tool for Mechanized Timber Harvesting in Mountainous Terrain

Forest operations have become increasingly reliant on mechanized harvesting equipment due to their increased production capacities in competitive markets. However, operating heavy machinery in mountainous terrain poses numerous operational and accessibility challenges from steep slopes, erosion risk...

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Main Authors: Keith Phelps, Patrick Hiesl, Donald Hagan, Althea Hotaling Hagan
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-09-01
Series:Forests
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/1999-4907/12/10/1307