Analysis of Vibration Impact on Tractor Drivers on Plowed Land
摘要
This paper aims to perform a comprehensive analysis of whole-body vibrations (WBV) experienced by the operator of an agricultural tractor, model New Holland TCE 50, while driving on plowed land at a speed of 5 km/h. The vibration measurements were carried out using an advanced data acquisition system developed by Biometrics Ltd., capable of collecting both analog and digital data from two triaxial accelerometer sensors. These sensors were strategically mounted on the seat surface and the backrest, in compliance with standard requirements. The collected data were processed and analyzed using Vibrations Analysis Tool Set (VATS) software, to evaluate seat vibrations and assess their impact on operator comfort. The analysis provides a detailed evaluation of the Root Mean Square (r.m.s.) acceleration values transmitted to the operator in a real tractor-driving scenario, highlighting how these values influence the comfort of the human body exposed to vibrations.