C2. Energy Recovery of a Log Lifting Hydraulic System Dimensioning
Goal:
Development of hydraulic energy recovery system in a timber lifting hydraulic system

Method:
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Concept of the hydraulic circuit
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1D simulation
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Mechanism analysis of lifting arm
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FEA analysis of critical parts
Results:
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Overall efficiency evaluation
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Demonstrator build up
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Efficiency improvement up to 57% during work cycle