Log Splitter Series (Part 1): Introduction

Written by Corey Rasmussen in Mechanical Design

In part 1 of this series, Corey gives an overview of the components of a log splitter.

Corey is the Managing Director of the Mentored Engineer and owner of Rasmussen Designs. He received his BSME from Baylor University and holds a professional engineering license in North Carolina and Texas. He has been an engineer since 2002 with extensive experience in engineering design, fabrication and troubleshooting. He specializes in mobile equipment, hydraulic systems and machine design. He has two patents

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