2.2 - Types of Earthmoving Blades
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Define pitching in terms of bulldozer blades.
💡 Hint: Consider how this affects depth.
Name one type of bulldozer blade.
💡 Hint: Think about its application.
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What is tilting in relation to bulldozer blades?
💡 Hint: Think about the vertical plane movement.
True or False: Cutting ratio indicates the blade's performance efficiency.
💡 Hint: Consider what it measures.
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Analyze a case where a bulldozer operator incorrectly selects a blade type for a soil type, assessing the productivity loss.
💡 Hint: What happens when the cutting ratio is low?
Design an optimal blade adjustment strategy for a construction site with varying soil types.
💡 Hint: Consider how different soils may require varied adjustments.
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