4.2 - Effects of Terrain on Productivity
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What does cycle time refer to in bulldozer operations?
💡 Hint: Consider the different phases of operation.
Define job efficiency briefly.
💡 Hint: Think about operating time versus overall time.
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What does a longer haul distance typically do to a bulldozer's push time?
💡 Hint: Think about how distance affects travel time.
True or False: Job efficiency indicates how much a bulldozer operates continuously without downtime.
💡 Hint: Consider how often a machine might be active in practice.
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If a bulldozer has a push distance of 100 meters with a speed of 6 km/h, calculate how long it takes to complete this operation. Consider job efficiency of 40 minutes.
💡 Hint: Convert and calculate.
Discuss the effects of soil type on bulldozer productivity. Provide examples of soil characteristics that enhance or diminish performance.
💡 Hint: Reference our discussion on soil types.
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