Terramechanics

Terramechanics Terramechanics is the study of soil properties, specifically the interaction of wheeled or tracked vehicles on various surfaces.

The rolling resistance of a tire on soft soil consists mainly of the following components:

• soil compaction
• the bulldozing effect
• displacement of soil particles
• sidewall friction

See also

• Mieczysław G. Bekker
• Jo Y. Wong
• Bevameter

External links

• Journal of Terramechanics
• The International Society for Terrain-Vehicle Systems

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