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Understanding Rolling Resistance
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Today, we will start with rolling resistance. Can anyone tell me what rolling resistance is?
Is it the resistance a vehicle faces while rolling on a surface?
Exactly! Rolling resistance is essentially due to the deformation of tires. Now, if we have a machine that weighs 50 tons and a rolling resistance of 28 kg per ton, how do we calculate the total rolling resistance?
I guess we would multiply 50 tons by 28 kg per ton?
Yes! This gives us 1400 kg of rolling resistance. Remember to think of it as an acronym: TRRP - Total Resistance from Rolling Power.
So could we use this method for other weights too?
Absolutely, this formula applies universally!
What about penetration resistance?
Great question! Penetration resistance depends on how deep the tire sinks into the surface.
In summary, rolling resistance affects how much effort is needed to move. We multiply gross weight by rolling resistance value to find it. Next, we will explore penetration resistance.
Calculating Penetration Resistance
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Moving on from rolling resistance, let's calculate penetration resistance. What factors do we need to consider?
We need to know the penetration depth in centimeters and the weight of the machine in tons.
Correct! For our machine weighing 50 tons, if it sinks 6 cm, and we know it requires 6 kg per ton per centimeter, what is the calculation?
So, we do: 6 kg/ton/cm * 6 cm * 50 tons, right?
Precisely! This gives us 1800 kg for penetration resistance. Remember the acronym: PRD - Penetration Resistance Dynamics.
So, total resistance now includes both rolling and penetration resistance?
Exactly! Total Resistance equals TR + PR. Now let's calculate total resistance.
To recap, rolling and penetration resistance give us total resistance calculations which are crucial for machinery selection.
Introduction to Grade Resistance
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Let's discuss grade resistance. What happens when a machine goes uphill?
It needs more power to overcome the weight against gravity!
Correct! The steeper the slope, the more resistance it faces. For 1% of grade, we add 10 kg per ton to our calculations. Can anyone tell me about our example machine?
If it's on a 4% grade, it would need an additional effort of 40 kg per ton?
Exactly! So that includes 4% multiplied by 10 kg per ton, which equals 600 kg additional resistance for our 15-ton machine.
And how does this affect our total resistance?
Great question! Total resistance is now the sum of rolling, penetration, and grade resistances. Remember: GR - Grade Resistance!
So, it's essential to minimize grade resistance in haul route selection?
Absolutely! Understanding these resistances helps us choose the right equipment.
Total Resistance Calculation Summary
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Let's recap all that we've learned about total resistance. Can someone summarize the components?
We have rolling resistance, penetration resistance, and grade resistance.
Correct! So how do we arrive at the total resistance?
By adding all three types of resistance together.
Exactly! Now, why is this important for selecting machinery?
To ensure the machine can generate enough power to overcome total resistance!
Precisely! You must know the total resistance to select appropriate equipment effectively.
So, our key takeaways today include understanding the types of resistance and how they contribute to machinery efficiency.
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This section explains the process of calculating total resistance for heavy machinery by considering both rolling resistance per ton based on vehicle weight and grade resistance based on slope percentage. Detailed examples illustrate the importance of these calculations in determining the tractive effort required to overcome resistance.
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In this section, we explore the calculation of total resistance faced by vehicles, particularly in the context of machinery used at project sites. The gross weight of the machine is initially converted into tons for simplicity, using a conversion factor (1000 kg = 1 ton). Once the gross weight is identified, rolling resistance is calculated by multiplying the gross weight by a given rolling resistance value, expressed in kg per ton. For instance, a machine weighing 50,000 kg (or 50 tons) with a rolling resistance of 28 kg per ton results in a rolling resistance of 1400 kg.
Next, penetration resistance due to the depth a tire sinks into the surface is determined, with the energy needed per centimeter of penetration also given as kg per ton per centimeter. Continuing with the same gross weight example, a 6 cm penetration results in a penetration resistance of 1800 kg. The total resistance is the sum of both resistances, leading to a total of 3200 kg of resistance that the machine must overcome. The section further discusses grade resistance, highlighting how slope steepness impacts the tractive effort required, with every 1% of slope demanding an extra 10 kg per ton. Lastly, the significance of accurately estimating these resistances is emphasized for selecting appropriate machinery capable of overcoming the identified total resistance.
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Converting Vehicle Weight into Tons
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So, let us convert the vehicle weight into tons, because your rolling resistance is commonly expressed as kg per ton. So, let us convert the weight of the machine into tons you know that the gross weight of the machine is given as 50,000 kg. So, 1000 kg = 1 ton, so divided you will get the gross weight of the machine as 50 tons.
Detailed Explanation
In this chunk, we learn how to convert the weight of a vehicle from kilograms to tons. Since rolling resistance is measured in kilograms per ton, the conversion is necessary for accurate calculations. We take the gross weight of the machine, 50,000 kg, and divide this by 1,000 (the number of kilograms in one ton) to find that it weighs 50 tons.
Examples & Analogies
Imagine you have a box of apples that weighs 2,000 grams. If you want to know how many kilograms that is, you would divide by 1,000. So, just like those apples, the machine's weight is converted from kilograms to tons to make it easier to compute other factors.
Calculating Rolling Resistance
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Now the rolling resistance you need to calculate for this particular haul route it is given as 28 kg per ton. So, you multiply the gross weight of the machine by the rolling resistance value. So, gross weight is 50 tons multiplied by the rolling resistance is 28 kg per ton for that particular haul route. So, now we are going to calculate for your particular vehicle what is the total rolling resistance? That is nothing but 1400 kg, so 1400 kg is your rolling resistance.
Detailed Explanation
Here, we calculate the rolling resistance using the formula: Rolling Resistance = Gross Weight × Rolling Resistance Value. The gross weight is 50 tons and the rolling resistance value is 28 kg per ton. Thus, we calculate 50 tons × 28 kg/ton = 1400 kg, which means the rolling resistance opposing the machine's movement is 1400 kg.
Examples & Analogies
Think about riding a bicycle. If your bike weighs 10 kg, and the tire's rolling resistance is like a soft surface that makes it harder to pedal. Just like multiplying the weight of your bike by how much harder it is to ride makes total sense when calculating the effort needed.
Calculating Penetration Resistance
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Now we need to find the penetration resistance. It is given to you in the problem that the tyre is sinking to the depth of 6 centimeters into the surface. So, you know that for each centimeter of penetration the amount of effort needed is 6 kg per ton per centimeter you know that. So, you multiply that by how much is the depth of penetration? It is nothing but 6 centimeters, and what is the gross weight of the machine? It is nothing but 50 tons. So, that gives you the penetration resistance as 1800 kg.
Detailed Explanation
In this chunk, we determine the penetration resistance, which occurs when the tire sinks into the surface, affecting the machine's movement. The depth of penetration is 6 cm, and for each cm, it requires 6 kg of effort per ton. So we calculate: Penetration Resistance = Depth × 6 kg/ton × Gross Weight = 6 cm × 6 kg/cm × 50 tons = 1800 kg.
Examples & Analogies
Imagine pushing a toy car into soft sand. The deeper the car sinks, the harder you have to push to get it out. Similarly, the machine's tires sinking into the ground creates resistance that we need to calculate.
Total Resistance Calculation
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Now we can find the total resistance, that is nothing but add your rolling resistance and the penetration resistance. It is nothing but your 1400 kg + 1800 kg, so that gives me the answer as 3200 kg is the total resistance.
Detailed Explanation
Total resistance is calculated by combining rolling resistance and penetration resistance. By adding them together (1400 kg + 1800 kg), we find that the total resistance the machine faces is 3200 kg. This total resistance impacts the tractive effort required to move the machine.
Examples & Analogies
Think of carrying two heavy bags. If one bag weighs 14 kg and the other weighs 18 kg, you need to consider both bags together to understand how heavy they are as a whole. Similarly, total resistance combines both types of resistance to see what the machine must overcome.
Required Tractive Effort
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So, I need tractive effort of at least 3200 kg to overcome this resistance in a project site. So, the total tractive effort needed to overcome this resistance is 3200 kg. So, select the machine accordingly, that is the purpose of estimating all this resistance, so that we can know what is the required power for your machine? Select a machine that can generate enough power to overcome this resistance.
Detailed Explanation
The total tractive effort needed to overcome the total resistance (3200 kg) is crucial for selecting the right machine for the task. The machine must be able to produce enough power to manage this resistance efficiently, ensuring it can perform the required work.
Examples & Analogies
Imagine you need to haul a load of heavy bricks. You wouldn't choose a small truck if you know the load is exceptionally heavy. Similarly, estimating the resistance helps choose the right machinery capable of performing the task effectively.
Definitions & Key Concepts
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Key Concepts
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Rolling Resistance: The force resisting the motion of a rolling vehicle.
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Penetration Resistance: Resistance due to tire depth affecting movement.
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Grade Resistance: Force needed to move uphill, opposing gravity.
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Total Resistance: Sum of all resistive forces affecting machine movement.
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Tractive Effort: Total force required to overcome resistance.
Examples & Real-Life Applications
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Examples
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A vehicle weighing 50 tons and facing a rolling resistance of 28 kg per ton leads to a total rolling resistance of 1400 kg.
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For a machine climbing a slope of 4%, it would require additional grade resistance of 600 kg based on a 10 kg per ton guideline.
Memory Aids
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🎵 Rhymes Time
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To find resistance, don’t delay, just multiply and add away!
📖 Fascinating Stories
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Imagine a truck crossing a hill. As it rolls, it struggles uphill, sinking deep where tires feel the weight. Remember, each climb needs more power to compensate!
🧠 Other Memory Gems
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Remember TRP: Tractive Resistance from Power, where T stands for total, R for rolling, and P for penetration!
🎯 Super Acronyms
GRT for Grade Resistance
- G: for Grade
- R: for Resistance
- T: for Total force needed.
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Glossary of Terms
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Term: Rolling Resistance
Definition:
The opposing force experienced by a vehicle due to tire deformation and the contact with the ground.
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Term: Penetration Resistance
Definition:
The resistance encountered by a vehicle due to the depth of tire penetration into the surface.
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Term: Grade Resistance
Definition:
The additional resistance a vehicle faces when moving uphill against gravity.
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Term: Tractive Effort
Definition:
The force required to overcome resistance and move the vehicle forward.
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Term: Total Resistance
Definition:
The sum of rolling, penetration, and grade resistances affecting the motion of the vehicle.