The desert, that vast, mysterious and charming land, attracts countless off-road enthusiasts to explore its magnificence and desolation. However, desert driving is not easy, trapped car is a headache for many drivers. However, there is a practical piece of equipment, the ground protection mat, which provides us with a reliable solution to prevent the trapped car in the desert.

   First, the working principle of the ground protection mat

   The reason why the ground protection mat can effectively prevent the car from trapping, there is a scientific principle behind it. It is usually made of high-strength, ductile materials, such as special engineering plastics or high-strength rubber. These materials have excellent wear resistance and compression resistance, which can withstand the tremendous pressure generated by the vehicle during the driving process.

   The surface design of the ground protection mat is very particular, with a variety of unique lines and raised structures. When placed under the wheel, these ridges and bumps are in full contact with the sand, greatly increasing the friction between them and the sand. At the same time, the larger surface area of the protective mat can evenly distribute the pressure of the wheel over a larger area of sand. According to the principle of pressure in physics, when the pressure is constant, the pressure will decrease as the force area increases. In this way, the pressure of the wheel on the sand is reduced to the range that the sand can withstand, which effectively prevents the wheel from getting stuck in the sand, so that the vehicle can drive smoothly in the desert.

   Second, the use of ground protection mat methods and skills

   (1) Preparation before use

   Before entering the desert, the driver should check the condition of the vehicle in advance to ensure that the tire pressure is in the appropriate range, it is generally recommended to properly reduce the tire pressure when driving in the desert to increase the contact area between the tire and the sand, but do not drop too low to avoid affecting driving safety. At the same time, the ground protection mat should be placed in a position that is easily accessible to the vehicle, so that it can be quickly removed and used when needed.

   (2) The main points of placing the ground protetcion mat

    When it is found that the vehicle is at risk of sinking or has begun to sink into the sand, it should stop immediately, turn off the vehicle and pull the handbrake. Then, clean the sand around the wheel and try to make the area where the protective pad is placed as flat as possible. Place the ground protective pad in front of or behind the wheel along the direction of travel of the wheel, making sure that the protective mat is aligned with the center of the wheel and that the ends have enough length to extend to the solid sandy part. In the case of a multi-wheel drive vehicle, protective pads need to be placed on each wheel that may get stuck.

   (3) The operation of driving out with the help of the ground protetcion mat

   After placing the ground protection mat, start the vehicle slowly and press the accelerator smoothly to move the vehicle slowly forward or backward. In the process of driving, to maintain the stability of the accelerator, to avoid rapid acceleration or sudden braking. If the vehicle still feels resistance during driving, do not forcibly increase the accelerator, but you can try to turn the steering wheel around a small amplitude, so that the wheels can find a better point of impact on the protection mat, and use the inertia of the vehicle and the support of the protection mat to drive out of the dilemma.

   Driving in the desert, the ground protection mat is our effective aid to prevent the car from sinking. Through ingenious design and scientific principles, it provides reliable support and protection for vehicles in the desert. Understanding the characteristics and use methods of different types of ground protection mats, and doing a good job of daily maintenance and maintenance work can make us more comfortable and smooth in the journey of exploring the desert. Let us take the ground protection mat, bravely sail to that mysterious desert, enjoy the magnificent scenery of nature.