with the collaboration of Iranian Society of Mechanical Engineers (ISME)
Volume 14 (2024)
Volume 13 (2023)
Volume 12 (2022)
Volume 11 (2021)
Volume 10 (2020)
Volume 9 (2019)
Volume 7 (2017)
Volume 6 (2016)
Volume 5 (2015)
Volume 4 (2014)
Volume 3 (2013)
Volume 2 (2012)
Volume 1 (2011)
Research Article
Laboratory Study of Standardized Shear Energy of Alfalfa Stem to Estimate Some Nutritional Quality Indices

M. Maharlooei; M. Loghavi; S. G. Bajwa; M. Berti

Volume 8, Issue 1 , 2018, Pages 1-13

https://doi.org/10.22067/jam.v8i1.56187

Abstract
  Introduction Current study tries to find a new simple and practical real-time technique to estimate forage crop nutritional quality indices at field conditions. Estimating these indices help producers to have field quality variation layer to reach the goals of Precision Agriculture. Previous studies ...  Read More

Research Article
Detection of Two Types of Weed through Machine Vision System: Improving Site-Specific Spraying

S. Sabzi; Y. Abbaspour Gilandeh; H. Javadikia

Volume 8, Issue 1 , 2018, Pages 15-29

https://doi.org/10.22067/jam.v8i1.60647

Abstract
  Introduction With increase in world population, one of the approaches to provide food is using site-specific management system or so-called precision farming. In this management system, management of crop production inputs such as fertilizers, lime, herbicides, seed, etc. is done based on farm location ...  Read More

Research Article
Review of some of Coating Seed Factors in Rotary Pan Coater

F. Ranjbar; M. H. Kianmehr

Volume 8, Issue 1 , 2018, Pages 31-41

https://doi.org/10.22067/jam.v8i1.58334

Abstract
  Introduction Today, hybrid seeds are expensive because the company that produces them spends a lot of money on research and development that often takes years to accomplish. So precise planting of seeds in order to create the best growing condition for all seeds is important. Modified size and shape ...  Read More

Research Article
Prediction Model for Wheat Grain Losses in Header of Simulator by Using Dimensional Analysis Approach

R. Karmulla Chaab; S. H. Karparvarfard; M. Edalat; H. Rahmanian- Koushkaki

Volume 8, Issue 1 , 2018, Pages 43-53

https://doi.org/10.22067/jam.v8i1.59277

Abstract
  Introduction One of the problems which considered in recent years for grain harvesting is loss of wheat during production until consumption and tenders the offers for prevention of its especially in harvesting times by combine harvesting machine. Grain harvesting combines are good examples of an operation ...  Read More

Research Article
Effect of Adding Sugarcane Bagasse and Filter Cake and Wetting and Drying Cycles on Pre-Compaction Stress of Soil

Z. Nemati; A. Hemmat; M. R. Mosaddeghi

Volume 8, Issue 1 , 2018, Pages 55-66

https://doi.org/10.22067/jam.v8i1.61479

Abstract
  Introduction The compaction of soil by agricultural equipment has become a matter of increasing concern because compaction of arable lands may reduce crop growth and yield, and it also has environmental impacts. In nature, soils could be compacted due to its own weights, external loads and internal forces ...  Read More

Research Article Agricultural waste management
Evaluation of Loss Resources during Sugarcane Production Process and Provide Solutions to Reduce Waste

H. Zaki Dizaji; N. Monjezi

Volume 8, Issue 1 , 2018, Pages 67-77

https://doi.org/10.22067/jam.v8i1.59027

Abstract
  Introduction No use of advanced mechanization and weakness in post harvesting technology are the main reasons of agricultural losses. Some of these wastes (agricultural losses) are related to crop growing conditions in field and the remaining to processing of sugar in mill. The most useful priority setting ...  Read More

Research Article
Effect of Airflow Velocity on Pre-cooling Process of Pomegranate by Forced Cooling Air under Unsteady State Heat Transfer Condition

M. A. Behaeen; A. Mahmoudi; S. F. Ranjbar

Volume 8, Issue 1 , 2018, Pages 79-91

https://doi.org/10.22067/jam.v8i1.48911

Abstract
  Introduction Pomegranate (Punica grantum L.) is classified into the family of Punicaceae. One of the most influential factors in postharvest life and quality of horticultural products is temperature. In precooling, heat is reduced in fruit and vegetable after harvesting to prepare it quickly for transport ...  Read More

Research Article
Path Planning for On-Farm Machinery in Rectangular Fields using Genetic Algorithm

T. Mesri Gundoshmian; F. Keyhani Nasab; Gh. Shahgholi; E. Abdollahi

Volume 8, Issue 1 , 2018, Pages 93-104

https://doi.org/10.22067/jam.v8i1.55463

Abstract
  Introduction Today, most of the agricultural machines for doing agricultural operations and covering the entire farm, must move in the farm, and travel a certain distance without doing anything useful. Common agricultural machines are controlled by human beings using habits, machinery models, and personal ...  Read More

Research Article Modeling
Modeling of Soil Compaction Beneath the Tractor Tire using Multilayer Perceptron Neural Networks

Gh. Shahgholi; H. Ghafouri Chiyaneh; T. Mesri Gundoshmian

Volume 8, Issue 1 , 2018, Pages 105-118

https://doi.org/10.22067/jam.v8i1.58891

Abstract
  Introduction Soil compaction is one of the most destructive effects of machine traffic. Compaction increases soil mechanical strength and reduces its porosity, plant rooting and ultimately the yield. Nowadays, agricultural machinery has the maximum share on soil compaction in modern agriculture. The ...  Read More

Research Article
Life Cycle Assessment of Alfalfa Production and Prediction of Emissions using Multi-Layer Adaptive Neuro-Fuzzy Inference System in Bukan Township

O. Ghaderpour; Sh. Rafiee; M. Sharifi

Volume 8, Issue 1 , 2018, Pages 119-136

https://doi.org/10.22067/jam.v8i1.56600

Abstract
  Introduction Agricultural productions has been identified as a major contributor to atmospheric greenhouse gases (GHG) on a global scale with about 14% of global net CO2 emissions coming from agriculture. Identification and assessment of environmental impact in the production system will be leading to ...  Read More

Research Article Image Processing
Estimation of Soil Organic Carbon using Artificial Neural Network and Multiple Linear Regression Models based on Color Image Processing

P. Ataieyan; P. Ahmadi Moghaddam; E. Sepehr

Volume 8, Issue 1 , 2018, Pages 137-148

https://doi.org/10.22067/jam.v8i1.59228

Abstract
  Introduction The color of soil depends on its composition and this feature is easily available and rather stable. Fast and accurate determination of soil organic matter distribution in the agricultural fields is required, especially in precision farming. General laboratory methods for determining the ...  Read More

Research Article
Energy Analysis of a Diesel Engine Using Diesel and Biodiesel from Waste Cooking Oil

S. Abbasi; H. Bahrami; B. Ghobadian; M. Kiani Deh Kiani

Volume 8, Issue 1 , 2018, Pages 149-157

https://doi.org/10.22067/jam.v8i1.58988

Abstract
  Introduction The extensive use of diesel engines in agricultural activities and transportation, led to the emergence of serious challenges in providing and evaluating alternative fuels from different sources in addition to the chemical properties close to diesel fuel, including properties such as renewable, ...  Read More

Research Article Modeling
Modeling of Biogas Production Process from Cow Manure with Completely Stirred Tank Reactor under Semi Continuously Feeding

J. Taghinazhad; R. Abdi; M. Adl

Volume 8, Issue 1 , 2018, Pages 159-169

https://doi.org/10.22067/jam.v8i1.57758

Abstract
  Introduction Anaerobic digestion (AD) is a process of breaking down organic matter, such as manure, in the absence of oxygen by concerted action of various groups of anaerobic bacteria. The AD process generates biogas, an important renewable energy source that is composed mostly of methane (CH4), and ...  Read More

Research Article
Presentation of a Modified Boustrophedon Decomposition Algorithm for Optimal Configuration of Flat Fields to use in Path Planning Systems of Agricultural Vehicles

R. Goudarzi; H. Sadrnia; A. Rohani; M. Nouribaygi

Volume 8, Issue 1 , 2018, Pages 171-183

https://doi.org/10.22067/jam.v8i1.58398

Abstract
  Introduction The demand of pre-determined optimal coverage paths in agricultural environments have been increased due to the growing application of field robots and autonomous field machines. Also coverage path planning problem (CPP) has been extensively studied in robotics and many algorithms have been ...  Read More

Research Article
Determination of Bruising Damages of Tomato during Road Transportation Process

A. Mansouri Alam; E. Ahmadi

Volume 8, Issue 1 , 2018, Pages 185-196

https://doi.org/10.22067/jam.v8i1.59189

Abstract
  Introduction The most important post-harvest mechanical damage is bruising. Bruising occurs during the stages of handling, transporting and packaging due to quasi-static and dynamic loads. Vibrations of tomato fruits during transportation by truck will decrease their quality. More than 2.5 million tons ...  Read More

Research Article
Prediction of Daily Global Solar Radiation by Daily Temperatures and Artificial Neural Networks in Different Climates

S. I. Saedi; R. Alimardani; H. Mousazadeh

Volume 8, Issue 1 , 2018, Pages 197-211

https://doi.org/10.22067/jam.v8i1.62377

Abstract
  Introduction Global solar radiation is the sum of direct, diffuse, and reflected solar radiation. Weather forecasts, agricultural practices, and solar equipment development are three major fields that need proper information about solar radiation. Furthermore, sun in regarded as a huge source of renewable ...  Read More

Short Paper
Qualitative and Quantitative Features Evaluation of Two Methods of Sugarcane Harvesting (with aim of Energy and Sugar Production)

K. Andekaeizadeh; M. J. Sheikhdavoodi; M. Byria

Volume 8, Issue 1 , 2018, Pages 212-221

https://doi.org/10.22067/jam.v8i1.53629

Abstract
  Introduction Sugarcane is an important plant in the world that cultivate for the production of sugar and energy. For this purpose, evaluation of Sugarcane (SC) and Energycane (EC) methods is necessary. Energy is vital for economic and social development and the demand for it is rising. The international ...  Read More

Short Paper
Design and Integration for Biodiesel Production from Vegetable Oil via Transesterification Reaction

F. Abbaspour Aghdam; H. R. Kiani Manesh; D. Arabian; R. Khalilzadeh

Volume 8, Issue 1 , 2018, Pages 223-234

https://doi.org/10.22067/jam.v8i1.34257

Abstract
  Introduction Biodiesel is Fatty Acid Methyl Esters (FAME) which is used as a renewable fuel in diesel engines. Extraction of lipid from various flora sources, including Sunflower, Palm, Canola or animal oils, with a Trans-Esterification reaction between alcohol and Triglyceride (TG), leads to production ...  Read More