A field chaff cutter with cutter head has 4 knives and diameter of 650 mm. The given peripheral speed is 30 m/s and throat size is 45*15 cm. For 20 mm length of cut with corn silage what will be the linear speed and rated feeding capacity?

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A chaff cutter is a mechanical device that cuts hay and straw into small pieces. These pieces are then mixed with other forage and fed to cattle and horses. This helps with digestion and prevents animals from rejecting any part of their food. 

Chaff cutters have several advantages, including:
Energy-efficient
Saves time and human resources
Wear-resistant
Hardened cutting blade
Multipurpose
Made from high-quality materials and have a long life expectancy 

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A field chaff cutter with cutter head has 4 knives and diameter of 650 mm. The given peripheral speed is 30 m/s and throat size is 45*15 cm. For 20 mm length of cut with corn silage what will be the linear speed and rated feeding capacity?