BEP 200 Powertrain & Drive Systems

Basic information relating to traditional dry and wet clutch technologies as well as basic gear box designs and hydrostatic drive systems. Torque, axle loading, differential drive design, hydraulic controls and power transmission through torque sensing drives will be explored. An understanding of theories relevant to load bearing capacities, horsepower limitations and drive engagement will be developed. Students will be introduced to current technology being utilized by major agricultural equipment manufacturing companies in both tractor and harvesting equipment construction. Focus will be on identifiable components and systems currently utilized by AGCO lines of equipment such as the Challenger or Massey Ferguson tractors or Gleaner combines.

Credits

3

Distribution

Agriculture & Transportation Technology

Offered

Summer Semester