A New Skid Trail Pattern Design for Farm Tractors Using Linear Programing and Geographical Information Systems

摘要: Farm tractor skidding is one of the common methods timber extraction in Turkey. However, absence an optimal plan covering entire production area can result time loss and negative environmental impacts. In this study, by farm tractors was analyzed, a new skid trail pattern design developed using Linear Programming (LP) Geographical Information Systems (GIS). First, sample operation evaluated with optimum model generated LP. Then, GIS analysis. At end implemented study tested running study. Using newly “Direct Skid Trail Pattern (DSTP)” model, 16.84% increase working performance observed when products were extracted compared to existing practices. On other hand, average soil compaction value measured at depths 0–5 cm 5–10 found be greater trails than control points. The density 281 m/ha, while it decreased 187 m/ha pattern. It also that 44,829 ton/ha losses prevented DSTP model; therefore, damages decreased.