Engeneering for Rural Development 2013 - Proceedings

12^th International Scientific Conference

Engineering for Rural Development

23-24.05.2013 Jelgava, LATVIA

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Contents of Proceedings of 12^th International Scientific Conference ENGINEERING FOR RURAL DEVELOPMENT May 23-24, 2013 ISSN 1691-5976 Jiri Masek, Milan Kroulik, Petr Novak Czech University of Life Sciences Prague Utilization of GPS guidance systems in controlled traffic farming Alfred Wong Arbokem Inc., Vancouver, Canada Establishment of a technology development bank as a means to facilate economic development in rural Latvia Ricardas Butkus, Gediminas Vasiliauskas Aleksandras Stulginskis University, Lithuania Research of vibro-acoustic environment in cabs of agricultural tractors Vaclovas Kurkauskas, Algirdas Janulevicius, Gediminas Pupinis, Vidas Damanauskas Aleksandras Stulginskis University, Lithuania Interaction between driving wheel and road surface of all wheeled driven tractor David Hoffmann, Petr Hermanek, Adolf Rybka, Ivo Honzik Czech University of Life Sciences Prague Design for drive of interaxle mechanical cutter used in low trellis systems Lubomir Vent, Adolf Rybka, Petr Hermanek, Ivo Honzik, Bohuslav Jost, Jiri Masek Czech University of Life Sciences Prague Tensile strength of hop training wires and their attachments Janis Laceklis-Bertmanis, Eriks Kronbergs Latvia University of Agriculture Mathematical model of tractor aggregate Janis Laceklis-Bertmanis, Eriks Kronbergs Latvia University of Agriculture Model of hydropneumatic three point hitch Aleksandras Kirka Aleksandras Stulginskis University, Lithuania Research in speed stabilization of hydraulic motors Vytautas Kucinskas, Anicetas Straksas, Algirdas Jasinskas Aleksandras Stulginskis University, Lithuania Influence of plant oil use for fuel supply and hydraulic systems of tractor engine Dainius Steponavicius, Vidmantas Butkus, Valdas Kiniulis, Tautvydas Karitonas, Laimis Bausa, Edvinas Puzauskas Aleksandras Stulginskis University, Lithuania Influence of inertia momentum of cylinder on power consumption during corn ear threshing Remigijus Zinkevicius, Dalius Vitunskas Aleksandras Stulginskis University, Lithuania Assessment of operator effect on machine performance of Ponsse Buffalo Dual harwarder Egidijus Sarauskis¹, Laura Masilionyte¹^,², Kestutis Romaneckas¹, Zita Kriauciuniene¹, Algirdas Jasinskas¹, Davut Karayel³ ¹Aleksandras Stulginskis University, Lithuania; ²Institute of Agriculture Lithuanian Research Centre for Agriculture and Forestry, Lithuania; ³Akdeniz University, Turkey Effect of different design coulters on seedbed hardness Egidijus Sarauskis, Kestutis Romaneckas, Kristina Vaitauskiene, Antanas Sakalauskas, Edvardas Vaiciukevicius, Remigijus Petrauskas Aleksandras Stulginskis University, Lithuania Influence of soil hardness on traction force of different design coulters Dainis Lapins, Paulis Paskausks, Gundega Putniece, Aigars Putnieks Latvia University of Agriculture Soil colour spectral analysis results of the humus and moisture content Dainis Lapins¹, Gundega Putniece¹, Janis Kopmanis² ¹Latvia University of Agriculture; ²Institute of Soil and Plant Sciences, Latvia Effect of relief on winter wheat and winter oil seed rape growing and possibilities to use it in effective crop growing technologies Ligita Balezentiene, Arnoldas Uzupis Aleksandras Stulginskis University, Lithuania Environment impact on crop-scale respiration Juraj Ruzbarsky, Tomas Duranik, Andrej Ulicny Technical University of Koðice, Slovak Republic Technology solution of decontamination process of soil Jan Chyba, Milan Kroulik, Patrik Vitek, Frantisek Kumhala Czech University of Life Sciences Prague Proposals for field work rides and their optimization according to shape of land Volodimir Bulgakov¹, Nikolaj Boris¹, Semjons Ivanovs² ¹National University of Life and Environmental Sciences of Ukraine; ²Latvia University of Agriculture Mathematical model of interaction of operating element of top remover with head of root crop Pavel Kic¹, Aivars Aboltins² ¹Czech University of Life Sciences Prague; ²Latvia University of Agriculture Convective drying of poultry manure by different air speeds Aleksejs Zacepins, Toms Karasha Latvia University of Agriculture Application of temperature measurements for bee colony monitoring: a review Arvo Leola, Mart Reinvee, Matis Luik, Regina Lensment, Taavi Leola Estonian University of Life Sciences Assessing ergonomicness of pipeline milking machines methodological approach Sergey Rakutko, Alex Patsukov North-West Research Institute of Agricultural Engineering and Electrification (SZNIIMESH) of the Russian Academy of Agricultural Sciences Comparative application efficiency of optical flux delivered from led and gas-discharge sources in indoor plant cultivation Egidijus Zvicevicius, Henrikas Novosinskas, Ausra Cipliene, Ona Ragazinskiene, Vaidas Bartusevicius Aleksandras Stulginskis University, Lithuania; Vytautas Magnus University, Lithuania Differences in drying processes of morphological parts of purple Coneflower (Echinacea purpurea L. Moench) Vitalijs Komasilovs Latvia University of Agriculture Software modules for optimization of specification of heterogeneous multi-robot system Aivars Aboltins Latvia University of Agriculture Theoretical study of material drying coefficient Ilze Pelece Latvia University of Agriculture Calculations of semi-spherical solar collector with reflector Aleksejs Zacepins, Egils Stalidzans, Toms Karasha Latvia University of Agriculture Profitability ranking of precision agriculture measurement system implementation Ausra Arlauskiene, Danguole Nemeiksiene, Alvyra Slepetiene Lithuanian Research Centre for Agriculture and Forestry Innovative green manure technologies on organic farming Antanas Pocius, Egle Jotautiene, Vidmantas Butkus, Algirdas Jasinskas Aleksandras Stulginskis University, Lithuania Assessment of brewer grain utilization technological process and characteristics of obtained granulated product Tomas Sima¹, Ladislav Nozdrovicky¹, Josef Krupicka², Monika Dubenova¹, Koloman Kristof¹ ¹Slovak University of Agriculture in Nitra; ²Czech University of Life Sciences Prague Effect of nitrification inhibitors on electrical conductivity of Dasa® 26/13 and Ensin® fertilizers Tomas Sima¹, Ladislav Nozdrovicky¹, Monika Dubenova¹, Koloman Kristof¹, Josef Krupicka² ¹Slovak University of Agriculture in Nitra; ²Czech University of Life Sciences Prague Effect of manual navigation on quality of work of KUHN AXERA1102 H-EMC fertiliser spreader Zdenek Kviz, Milan Kroulik, Frantisek Kumhala, Jiri Masek Czech University of Life Sciences in Prague Post harvest straw management as decisive parameter for final yield of crops Andrei Gudima, Gregore Marian State Agrarian University of Moldova Energy potential of biomass characteristic for the Republic of Moldova Milan Zajicek¹, Pavel Kic² ¹Academy of Science of the Czech Republic; ²Czech University of Life Sciences Longitudinal ventilation of broiler house simulation of variants Petr Novak, Jiri Masek, Josef Hula, Stanislav Petrasek Czech University of Life Sciences Prague Aspects of growing wide-row crops on slopes Ansis Salins, Aivars Aboltins, Maris Freimanis Latvia University of Agriculture Improvement of concentrated feed conveyer operation efficiency Janis Latvietis, Juris Priekulis, Ansis Salins Latvia University of Agriculture Solutions of concentrated feed consumption by cows in conditions of robotised milking Gunars Verdins, Daina Kanaska, Valdis Kleinbergs Latvia University of Agriculture Selection of the method of hardness test Galina Harjkova¹, Marcin Barburski²^,³, Stepan V. Lomov³, Olga Kononova¹ ¹Riga Technical University, Latvia; ²Technical University of Lodz, Poland; ³KU Leuven, Belgium Micro-CT analysis of glass knitted fabric structure Stefan Michna, Sylvia Kusmierczak Jan Evangelista Purkyn? University in ?st? nad Labem, Czech Republic Changes in structure of two-phase titanium alloys in forging Petr Valasek, Petr Chocholous Czech University of Life Sciences in Prague Mechanical properties of epoxy resins with organic filler - wood flour Petr Valasek, Miroslav Muller Czech University of Life Sciences in Prague Recyclation of waste microparticles in interaction with polymeric matrix multiphase composite Miroslav Muller, Jan Cidlina, Petr Valasek Czech University of Life Sciences Prague Modern technology of bonding metal sheets technologic qualities of adhesive bonds Jaroslava Svobodova, Sylvia Kusmierczak Jan Evangelista Purkyn? University in ?st? nad Labem, Czech Republic Analysis of state of lacquered layer of metal sheet after corrosion load Dalia Girdauskiene, Arnoldas Uzupis Aleksandras Stulginskis University, Lithuania Amorphization and stress kinetics in ion implanted crystalline solids Juozas Navickas, Dalia Kasperiunaite, Feliksas Mikuckis Aleksandras Stulginskis University, Lithuania Thermo physical properties of samples made of unburnt clayey soil and sapropel mixture Marina Griscenko, Janis Viba, Maris Eiduks Riga Technical University, Latvia Using penalty function method for analysis of dynamic behaviour of viscoelastic materials Egle Jotautiene, Stanislovas Merkevicius, Antanas Pocius, Andrius Senkus Aleksandras Stulginskis University, Lithuania Estimation elastic junction influence on parts and joints using mechanical impedance method Vitalijs Lusis, Galina Harjkova, Arturs Macanovskis, Olga Kononova, Andrejs Krasnikovs Riga Technical University, Latvia Fracture of layered fiberconcrete with non-homogeneous fiber distribution Natasa Naprstkova Jan Evangelista Purkyn? University in ?st? nad Labem, Czech Republic Influence of inoculation AlSi7Mg0.3 alloy on roughness of mashining surface Andris Prizevaitis, Dmitrijs Litvinovs, Eriks Gerins Riga Technical University, Latvia Analysis of thermal growth influence on V-belt transmission alignment precision Marek Wrobel, Jaroslaw Fraczek, Slawomir Francik, Zbigniew Slipek, Mudryk Krzysztof University of Agriculture in Krakow, Poland Modelling of unit contact surface of bean seeds using artificial neural networks Krzysztof Mudryk, Slawomir Francik, Jaroslaw Fràczek, Zbigniew Slipek, Marek Wrobel University of Agriculture in Krakow, Poland Model of actual contact area of rye and wheat grains with flat surface Uldis Putnieks, Gints Birzietis Latvia University of Agriculture Melex 963DS electric vehicle driving range with partial charge Birute Skukauskaite, Tomas Mickevicius, Stasys Slavinskas Aleksandras Stulginskis University, Lithuania Experimental investigation in diesel fuel, rapeseed oil and its blend combustion in off-road diesel engines Kastytis Laurinaitis, Stasys Slavinskas Aleksandras Stulginskis University, Lithuania Influence of fuel type and intake air properties on combustion characteristics of HCCI engine Gvidonas Labeckas¹, Stasys Slavinskas¹, Valentina Vilutiene² ¹Aleksandras Stulginskis University, Lithuania; ²General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania Combustion, performance and emission characteristics of diesel engine operating on jet fuel treated with cetane improver Ilmars Dukulis, Aivars Birkavs Latvia University of Agriculture Development of model for running diesel engine on rapeseed oil fuel and its blends with fossil diesel fuel Ilmars Dukulis, Dainis Berjoza, Zanis Jesko Latvia University of Agriculture Investigation of electric bicycle acceleration characteristics Kristaps Sondors Latvia University of Agriculture Microalgae cultivation in Latvian climatic conditions Janis Laceklis-Bertmanis, Uldis Putnieks, Janis Mistris, Maris Gailis, Liene Kancevica Latvia University of Agriculture Composition of alternative energy battery charging station Adolfs Rucins, Kristine Zihmane-Ritina, Gunars Bremers, Gints Birzietis, Arturs Baltins, Arnolds Skele, Juris Bergs Latvia University of Agriculture Energy evaluation of water adsorbent regeneration node of bioethanol dehydration facility Ugis Sirmelis Riga Technical University, Latvia ESS sizing considerations according to control startegy Genadijs Zaleskis, Leonards Latkovskis, Viesturs Brazis Riga Technical University, Latvia Research in electric transport supercapacitor energy storage system Dainis Berjoza, Inara Jurgena Latvia University of Agriculture Ecological effect of electric vehicles Maris Gailis, Vilnis Pirs Latvia University of Agriculture Experimental study in gasoline engine injector performance Mecys Palsauskas, Tadas Mauricas Aleksandras Stulginskis University, Lithuania Use of mixed biofuel for pellet production Edmunds Visockis¹, Peteris Vucenlazdans¹, Raimunds Selegovskis² ¹Rezekne Higher Education Institution; Latgale Sustainable Development Research Institute, Latvia; ²Latvia University of Agriculture Innovative flue gas heat absorption system for buildings with biomass fired boiler Inesa Barmina¹, Agnese Lickrastina¹, Raimonds Valdmanis¹, Maija Zake¹, Alexandr Arshanitsa², Valentin Solodovnik², Galina Telysheva² ¹University of Latvia; ²Latvian State Institute of Wood Chemistry Effects of biomass composition variations on gasification and combustion characteristics Toms Komass Latvia University of Agriculture Vertical axis wind turbine with permanent magnet synchronous generator simulation in Mathlab Simulink Alo Allik, Jaanus Uiga, Andres Annuk Estonian University of Life Sciences Comparison of various consumer workload charts to availability of renewable energy production characteristics Andris Sniders, Toms Komass Latvia University of Agriculture Simulation of multi-link invariant control system for steam boiler Kestutis Navickas, Kestutis Venslauskas, Arnas Petrauskas, Vidmantas Zuperka Aleksandras Stulginskis University, Lithuania Influence of temperature variation on biogas yield from industrial wastes and energy plants Vladimirs Kotelenecs¹, Vilis Dubrovskis¹, Martins Niklass², Eduards Zabarovskis¹, Valerijs Kotelenecs¹ ¹Latvia University of Agriculture; ²ZAAO Ltd., Latvia Investigation of biogas production from MSW with garage-type bioreactor Kestutis Navickas, KestutisVenslauskas, Arnas Petrauskas, Vidmantas Zuperka, Arvydas Nekrosius Aleksandras Stulginskis University, Lithuania Biogas yields from food waste Algirdas Jasinskas, Kestutis Plieskis, Vytautas Kucinskas, Mindaugas Martinkus, Antanas Pocius Aleksandras Stulginskis University, Lithuania Research of willow stem chaff drying during the cold season Aleksandrs Gasparjans¹, Marija Hramcova¹, Aleksandr Terebkov¹, Anastasia Zhiravetska² ¹Latvian Maritime Academy; ²Riga Technical University, Latvia Generator for alternative power engineering with reduced starting resistive torque Jurijs Meitalovs, Egils Stalidzans Latvia University of Agriculture Connectivity analysis of metabolites in synthetic metabolic pathways Kaspars Kroics, Ugis Sirmelis, Janis Cernovs Institute of Physical Energetic, Latvia DSP based bi-directional interleaved DC-DC converter for energy storage application Vilis Dubrovskis, Vladimirs Kotelenecs, Eduards Zabarovskis, Arvids Celms, Imants Plume Latvia University of Agriculture Biogas production potential from agricultural residues in Latvia Mihkel Kiviste, Ralf Lindberg, Virpi Leivo Tampere University of Technology, Finland Improving calculations of building energy consumption based on ten year measured data Ilze Andersone, Aleksis Liekna Riga Technical University, Latvia Robot map similarity evaluation for non-identical maps Kestutis Navickas, Kestutis Venslauskas, Arnas Petrauskas, Vidmantas Zuperka, Arvydas Nekrosius Aleksandras Stulginskis University, Lithuania Energy balances of biogas production from industrial wastes and energy plants Lauma Laurinovica¹, Janis Jasko²^,³, Eriks Skripsts²^,³, Vilis Dubrovskis³ ¹University of Latvia; ²Institute of Biomechanics and Physical Research, Latvia ; ³Latvia University of Agriculture Biochemical methane potential of biologically and chemically pretreated sawdust and straw Janis Jasko¹^,², Eriks Skripsts¹^,², Vilis Dubrovskis¹, Laila Dubova¹, Ina Alsina¹ ¹Latvia University of Agriculture; ²Institute of Biomechanics and Physical Research, Latvia Anaerobic fermentation of biologically pretreated sawdust for energy applications Andris Kronbergs, Eriks Kronbergs, Edgars Repsa, Mareks Smits Latvia University of Agriculture Bale shredder efficiency dependence on settings Martins Ozollapins, Aivars Kakitis, Imants Nulle Latvia University of Agriculture Stalk biomass drying rate evaluation Milan Brozek, Alexandra Novakova Czech University of Life Sciences in Prague Briquettes from recovered paper and board Egidijus Zvicevicius, Algirdas Raila, Vaidas Bartusevicius, Tomas Endzelis Aleksandras Stulginskis University, Lithuania Impact of straw fractional composition on briquette quality Alexandru Muntean¹, Tatiana Ivanova², Bohumil Havrland², Victor Pobedinsky¹, Vasile Vrancean¹ ¹State Agrarian University of Moldova, Republic of Moldova; ²Czech University of Life Sciences Prague, Czech Republic Particularities of bio-raw material particle agglomeration during solid fuel pressing process Michel Kolarikova, Tatiana Ivanova, Bohumil Havrland Czech University of Life Sciences Prague Energy balance of briquettes made of hemp (Cannabis sativa L.) cultivars (Ferimon, Bialobrzeskie) from autumn harvest to produce heat for household use Georgiana Moiceanu, Gheorghe Voicu, Gigel Paraschiv, Paula Voicu Politehnica University of Bucharest, Romania Cutting resistance of miscanthus plants using v shaped blades with opening of 50 degrees and different sharpening angles Dainis Ancans, Aivars Kakitis, Imants Nulle Latvia University of Agriculture Parameters of stalk biomass cutter Rasma Platace, Aleksandrs Adamovics, Inguna Gulbe Latvian Academy of Agricultural and Forestry Sciences Evaluation of factors influencing calorific value of reed canary grass spring and autumn yield Roberts Berzins, Aivars Kakitis, Uldis Berzins, Janis Cukurs Latvia University of Agriculture Hemp fiber and shive coefficient of friction Liena Poisa¹, Zofija Jankauskiene², Aleksandrs Adamovics¹, Elvyra Gruzdeviene², Rasma Platace¹, Skaidrite Bumane³ ¹Latvia University of Agriculture; ²Upyte Experimental Station of the Lithuanian Research Centre for Agriculture and Forestry; ³Priekuli Plant Breeding Institute, Latvia Evaluation of factors influencing ash melting characteristics in linseeds and hemp Michal Kavalek¹, Bohumil Havrland¹, Tatiana Ivanova¹, Petr Hutla², Pavel Skopec³ ¹Czech University of Life Sciences Prague; ²Research Institute of Agricultural Engineering, Czech Republic; ³Czech Technical University in Prague Utilization of Jatropha Curcas L. seed cake for production of solid biofuels Bohumil Havrland¹, Tatiana Ivanova¹, Boguslawa Lapczynska-Kordon², Michel Kolarikova¹ ¹Czech University of Life Sciences Prague, Czech Republic; ²Agrarian University of Krakow, Poland Comparative analysis of bio-raw materials and biofuels Alfred Wong Arbokem Inc., Vancouver, Canada Impact of 1986 Chernobyl accidental radioactive release on biomass supply for industrial use in central western Belarus Jaroslav Svasta, Vitezslav Doubek Czech University of Life Sciences Prague Modern system approaches in management of finalization phase of product performance verticals Vladimir Romanenko¹, Galina Nikitina² ¹North-Western Institute of Printing Matters, Russia; ² North-Western Branch of Academy of Information Technologies in Education, Russia Algorithmic operations of training problems and student creativity Vladimir Romanenko¹, Galina Nikitina² ¹North-Western Institute of Printing Matters, Russia; ² North-Western Branch of Academy of Information Technologies in Education, Russia Estimation of optimal degree of student autonomy in laboratory and classroom Nadezda Cubonova University of Zilina, Slovak Republic Computer support programming of control system Sinumerik 840d for e-learning education Natasa Naprstkova, Stefan Michna Jan Evangelista Purkyn? University in ?st? nad Labem, Czech Republic Identification and evaluation of machining product defects in teaching of students at college Miroslav Dado, Richard Hnilica, Marian Schwarz Technical University in Zvolen, Slovak Republic Development of virtual laboratory for evaluation and control of workplace hazards Richard Hnilica, Martin Jankovsky, Miroslav Dado, Valeria Messingerova Technical University in Zvolen, Slovak Republic Experimental evaluation of combined effects of risk factors in work environment Baiba Briede Latvia University of Agriculture A constructivist approach in engineering education Inese Jurgena, Zigurds Mikainis ¹Riga Teacher Training and Educational Management Academy, Latvia; ²Rezekne Higher Education Institution, Latvia Human rights studies as an opportunity for advancing students citizenship education Dace Brizga, Ludis Peks, Imants Bertaitis Latvia University of Agriculture Computer use impact on students' health in the context of ecological approach to occupational safety Krisjanis Aboltins, Baiba Rivza, Peteris Rivza Latvia University of Agriculture Car aftersales market dynamic model Anda Zeidmane, Natalija Sergejeva Latvia University of Agriculture Indirect impact of mathematics in engineering education Irena Katane Latvia University of Agriculture Changeable educational environment of rural school for sustainable development Ludmila Bejenaru Alexandru Ioan Cuza University of Ia?i, Romania Establishing European area of higher education by Erasmus Mundus projects Boguslawa Lapczynska-Kordon¹, Jaroslaw Fraczek¹, Zbigniew Slipek¹, Tatiana Ivanowa² ¹University of Agriculture in Krakow, Poland; ²Czech University of Agriculture in Prague Genetic algorithms in optimisation of dried fruits and vegetables quality Boguslawa Lapczynska, Jaroslaw Fraczek, Zbigniew Slipek University of Agriculture in Krakow, Poland Effect of energy crop fineness on force of external friction Monika Abricka, Inesa Barmina, Vera Suzdalenko, Maija Zake University of Latvia Combustion dynamics at biomass thermochemical conversion downstream of integrated gasifier and combustor Rasma Platace, Aleksandrs Adamovics, Inguna Gulbe Latvian Academy of Agricultural and Forestry Sciences Assessment of factors influencing potassium content in osier pellets Inesa Barmina, Modris Purmalis, Raimonds Valdmanis, Maija Zake University of Latvia Active control of biomass combustion characteristics by high frequency oscillations Marek Wrobel, Jaroslaw Fraczek, Slawomir Francik, Zbigniew Slipek, Mudryk Krzysztof University of Agriculture in Krakow, Poland Influence of degree of fragmentation on chosen quality parameters of briquette made from biomass of cup plant Silphium Perfoliatum L. Krzysztof Mudryk, Jaroslaw Fraczek, Zbigniew Slipek, Slawomir Francik, Marek Wrobel University of Agriculture in Krakow, Poland Chosen physico-mechanical properties of cutleaf coneflower (Rudbeckia laciniata L.) shoots Olafs Vronskis Latvia University of Agriculture Descriptive geometry competence in rural engineering science