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A CONSISTENT HOOF IMPACT SIMULATOR

^a Dep. of Natural Resources and Environmental Sciences, University of Nevada, Reno, NV 89557 USA
^b Hydrologic Sciences Program, University of Nevada, Reno, NV 89557 USA
^c Dep. of Animal Biotechnology, University of Nevada, Reno, NV 89557 USA
^d University of Nevada Cooperative Extension, Reno, NV 89520 USA

View larger version (44K): [in a new window]   Fig. 1. Mechanical trampling device—schematic view.

View larger version (172K): [in a new window]   Fig. 2. Mechanical trampling device on tracks for use on small plots.

View larger version (204K): [in a new window]   Fig. 3. Field trials for comparison with horse hoof impulse force: (a) 386 kg horse traversing plot, (b) typical impression from horse hoof, (c) trampling device on adjacent plot, (d) typical impression from trampling device.