EVALUATION OF ECONOMIC AND TECHNOLOGICAL INDICATORS OFTHE COMBINED FRONTAL PLOUGH FOR SMOOTH PLOWING

A technological scheme of the combined machine was developed, allowing for the determination of the coordinates of the point of application of the machine’s total weight force. Based on the results of theoretical research, the equilibrium problem of the proposed combined machine for soil cultivation was solved using a graphical method, and its energy performance was assessed. The technical-economic and operational indicators of the combined machine were determined, and through comparative analysis with base machines, the feasibility and efficiency of using the proposed machine were substantiated from both technological and economic perspectives. Based on the results of experiments, the technological indicators of the disc working elements of the combined machine were analyzed during operation on slopes. The research results provide an opportunity to outline the main directions for optimizing the parameters of the proposed combined machine and improving its design.