Practice Composition of Production Cycle - 6.1 | 8. Back-Track Loading Method | Construction Engineering & Management - Vol 2
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6.1 - Composition of Production Cycle

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is the main disadvantage of back-track loading?

💡 Hint: Think about how the pusher moves after loading.

Question 2

Easy

Which loading method is most suitable for long narrow cuts?

💡 Hint: Consider the method that minimizes return time.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What is the primary disadvantage of the back-track loading method?

  • It requires more manpower
  • It is the fastest method
  • It adds additional return time
  • It is too complicated

💡 Hint: Consider why it is noted as the slowest method.

Question 2

True or False: Chain loading is the preferred method for loading when there are fill areas in both directions.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Think about which method is ideal for opposite fill areas.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Calculate the total cycle time for a project where the pusher cycle time is 4 minutes and the scraper load time is 10 minutes. How can optimizing this cycle time affect project costs?

💡 Hint: Use the given formula and consider the effect of reducing the cycle time on productivity.

Question 2

Discuss how switching from back-track loading method to chain loading impacts the productivity of an ongoing project. What factors should be considered?

💡 Hint: Think about the layout and operational adjustments required when changing methods.

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