Equation for Predicting the Load-Pulling Capacity of Traction Equids

This study proposed a loading capacity equation for urban cart-pulling equids. The research was conducted in two stages: the first developed the equation, and the second applied it by analyzing the zoometric structure of animals already employed in this activity. The equation was formulated by applying Newton's laws of motion, starting from an ideal model that did not consider dissipative forces, and the variables, such as friction force, animal morphological indices and maximum supported load, were subsequently added.

Source: Journal of Equine Veterinary Science - July 5, 2018 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Tobyas Maia de Albuquerque Mariz, Pierre Barnab é Escodro, Emerson de Lima, Samuel Albuquerque, Carolyny Batista Lima, Jéssyka Emmanuelly Silva dos Santos, Andrezza Caroline Aragão da Silva Source Type: research