Effectiveness of sawdust and straw mulching on postharvest runoff and soil erosion of a skid trail in a mixed forest
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ecoleng.2017.09.009
Abstract: Abstract Loss of vegetation cover by forest harvesting has increased the average surface runoff volume and sediment yield in the Hyrcanian forest in Iran. Hence, treatments are needed to mitigate the effects of skidding operations… read more here.
Keywords: mulch; sawdust; skid; runoff ... See more keywords
Preparation and performance of light-coloured epoxy skid-resistant materials for pavement
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DOI: 10.1080/10298436.2025.2553734
Abstract: ABSTRACT Light-coloured epoxy skid-resistant paving technology is an eco-friendly, low-carbon solution extensively used in pavement maintenance. This study addressed performance inconsistencies and vague design parameters by employing an orthogonal experimental approach. Tests were performed using… read more here.
Keywords: coloured epoxy; skid resistant; skid; epoxy skid ... See more keywords
A comprehensive analysis of time investment in skid trail planning for forest access
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DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0317963
Abstract: Properly planned skid trails form an important basis for sustainable timber production. They affect cost-effectiveness and the environmental impact of the harvesting process to a large extent. Here, we conducted an economic analysis to understand… read more here.
Keywords: process; time; skid; skid trail ... See more keywords
Correct Calculation of the Existing Longitudinal Profile of a Forest/Skid Road Using GNSS and a UAV Device
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DOI: 10.3390/f14040751
Abstract: The increasing importance of utilizing new technologies, such as GNSS (Global navigation satellite system) devices, total stations, drones, scanners, etc., in forestry has become evident with the development of these tools. Combined with precise GNSS… read more here.
Keywords: longitudinal profile; profile forest; forest skid; skid ... See more keywords