Practice Pusher Cycle Time - 2 | 7. Cycle Time of a Scraper | Construction Engineering & Management - Vol 2
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2 - Pusher Cycle Time

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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

What does LT stand for in the cycle time formula?

💡 Hint: It's the first component in the cycle time formula.

Question 2 Easy

Define Dump Time.

💡 Hint: Think of what happens at the end of the haul.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What is ADBT in the cycle time formula?

Acceleration
Deceleration
and Breaking Time
Additional Brake and Deceleration Time
Acceleration
Direction
and Braking Time

💡 Hint: Relate it to changes in speed.

Question 2

True or False: The loading time for scrapers is the same regardless of size.

True
False

💡 Hint: Remember the role of the pusher.

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Challenge Problems

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Challenge 1 Hard

Evaluate how a 10% increase in load time impacts the overall cycle time if other components remain constant.

💡 Hint: Think about how much heavier the load affects overall performance.

Challenge 2 Hard

Compare two scenarios: one with well-maintained haul routes and the other with poorly maintained routes. Discuss the differences in haul time and overall efficiency.

💡 Hint: What specifics can you see affecting speed?

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