Disc rotary plough for agriculture mechanization

Abstract

This article presents the design of a disc rotary plough and the results of tests conducted on the MTZ-82 tractor. The driven unit does not divide the field into planks, but moves in a shuttle way and performs smooth ploughing without formation of furrows and ridges. For this purpose, the main diagonal plough frame is rotated around a pivot by means of a pivot mechanism, i.e. a hydraulic cylinder, and is brought into working position by turning the soil plates to the right and left. While setting the diagonal plough frame to the right or left side in operation, the posts hinged to the frame are rotated around their axis by means of a pivoting mechanism and a rod, ensuring that the angle of the working disc is maintained and is in a convenient position in relation to the direction of travel. At the same time, the plough's support wheel is rotated by 180° and is moved to the desired position by means of a link.