2.1 - Definitions of Volume in Different States
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What is bank volume?
💡 Hint: Consider the state of the soil before any work is done.
Explain loose volume.
💡 Hint: Think about what happens when you dig into the ground.
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What is the volume of ground material in its natural state referred to?
💡 Hint: Think about what the earth looks like before any excavation.
True or False? Loose volume increases after excavation.
💡 Hint: Remember the swell factor.
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If a bulldozer is set to operate on a project with the following conditions: bank volume of 150 cubic meters, swell factor of 12%, and visibility issues that slow operation down, calculate the adjusted loose volume.
💡 Hint: Use the swell factor to first find the new loose volume before adjusting for project conditions.
Discuss how an increase in compacted volume can impact a project's timeline and cost. Include considerations of labor and potential machinery needed.
💡 Hint: Think about how compacting takes both time and resources.
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