Impact of winch-assisted logging machinery on soil disturbance in the mountainous forests of Western Carpathians

Impact of winch-assisted logging machinery on soil disturbance in the mountainous forests of Western Carpathians

IntroductionTimber harvesting on steep terrain is a challenge in terms of economic viability, safety, and environmental performance. Felling with chainsaws and use of yarders seems optimal in this environment. However, using mobile traction winches allows for the safe work of ground-based technologi...

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Main Authors: Michal Allman, Zuzana Dudáková, Martin Duchan, Martin Jankovský, Vladimír Juško
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2024-09-01
Series:Frontiers in Forests and Global Change
Subjects:
CTL technologies
mobile traction winch
steep slopes
bulk density
penetration resistance
soil disturbance
Online Access:https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/ffgc.2024.1464140/full

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