2 - Estimating Productivity of the Bulldozer
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Practice Questions
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Define cycle time in the context of bulldozer operations.
💡 Hint: Look for the components that make up the cycle time.
What is push time?
💡 Hint: Consider the factors that might affect this duration.
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What is the main component of cycle time?
💡 Hint: Think about the elements that make up the cycle.
True or False: Job efficiency must always be considered when calculating productivity.
💡 Hint: Consider why machines don't run the entire hour.
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A bulldozer is assigned a project requiring it to move material over varying slopes. If the push time varies across conditions, how would you utilize this information to optimize operational output?
💡 Hint: Consider what types of adjustments in operation could reduce push time.
When using production curves, you notice a discrepancy between estimated and actual performance. What factors could account for this variance, and how could you adjust your estimates accordingly?
💡 Hint: Think about the external conditions that might alter expected productivity.
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