7.1 - Indicators of Blade Performance
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Practice Questions
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Define cutting ratio.
💡 Hint: Think about it as a measure of cutting efficiency.
What does the load ratio indicate?
💡 Hint: Consider how weight impacts bulldozer operations.
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What is the cutting ratio?
💡 Hint: Focus on the measure of cutting efficiency.
True or False: The load ratio reflects the efficiency of bulldozing materials.
💡 Hint: Remember how bulldozers manage heavy loads.
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A contractor wants to use a bulldozer for a project involving deep soil excavation. They have two options: a bulldozer with a cutting ratio of 150 hp/m and one with 80 hp/m. Which should they choose and why?
💡 Hint: Consider which option will work faster and more effectively based on the cutting ratio.
A construction company needs to transport heavy gravel over a long distance. Calculate the impact of load ratio preferences on bulldozer hiring costs, given potential performance differences.
💡 Hint: Think about time saved versus cost incurred.
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