The Demonstration Infiltration Apparatus offers a straightforward yet effective way to demonstrate infiltration processes, which are essential for all types of irrigation.
The apparatus consists of three transparent cylinders designed to hold soil samples. Water is poured onto the surface of the soil, allowing users to observe its infiltration into the sample. Each cylinder is marked with a graduated scale for quantifying observations and includes a perforated base plate to allow drainage while minimizing soil loss.
Experiments
- Shows how crusting impacts infiltration.
- Examine how soil texture and structure influence infiltration.
- Explore how current soil moisture levels affect infiltration.
- Illustrate the connection between soil type and infiltration and penetration rates.
- Demonstrate how soil particle size relates to infiltration.
- Analyze how organic matter levels affect infiltration and penetration rates.
- Investigate the impact of uneven soil layers on infiltration and penetration rates.
- Assess how moisture content influences infiltration an penetration rates.
- Evaluate the effect of straw mulch on infiltration rates.
Specification
- The frame is constructed from anodized aluminum, while the panels are fabricated from Bakelite.
- Graduated Perspex cylinders, resting on a permeable support screen, into which soil samples are placed
- The cylinders are designed so that it can easily detach from its resting position for cleaning purposes.
- The apparatus can be bench mounted
- Separate Tanks to collect the water and small particles.
