UNIT 1:
Classification of Tractors - History of Engines- Tractor engines
Understanding the working principle of a Diesel engine - 4 Stroke compression-
Understanding the working principle of a Diesel engine - 4 Stroke compression-
Engine operation- Ignition engine cycle
UNIT 2:
Clutches Transmission system-power train- transmission
Air and fuel supply-Air cleaner
Differential and final drive mechanism
Clutches Transmission system-power train- transmission
Valve and valve mechanism
Steering geometry– Steering systems- Front axle and wheel alignment
Steering geometry– Steering systems- Front axle and wheel alignment
UNIT 3:
Caster camber- king pin inclination- Toe-in and Toe-out
Position and Draft control- Weight transfer
Caster camber- king pin inclination- Toe-in and Toe-out
Hydraulic system -hydraulic couplings,
Torque convertors- Hydraulic circuits
UNIT 4:
Cost of operation of tractors
Test codes for performance testing of tractors.
Test codes for performance testing of power tillers.
UNIT 5:
Case Study - Trailer design of a tractor
Ergonomic aspects of Power Tillers
Case studies- EV tractors
Ergonomic aspects of tractors
