Practice Calculating Maximum Usable Rimpull - 3.2 | 10. Introduction to Scraper Economics | Construction Engineering & Management - Vol 2
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Question 1

Easy

What is rimpull?

💡 Hint: Think about how the scraper exerts force.

Question 2

Easy

Define coefficient of traction.

💡 Hint: It relates to how well a vehicle can hold onto the ground.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What does rimpull depend on?

  • Rolling Resistance
  • Coefficient of Traction
  • Engine Power

💡 Hint: Think about what allows the scraper wheels to grip.

Question 2

Is altitude correction needed when operating at 600 meters?

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Recall how altitude impacts engine performance.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

For a scraper with a gross weight of 80,000 kg and a coefficient of traction of 0.6, calculate the effective rimpull available after accounting for 2% rolling resistance and a 5% deduction at 900 meters.

💡 Hint: Carry out each step incrementally, considering the deductions along the way.

Question 2

A scraper operates at an altitude affecting its engine efficiency and traction. Given the same parameters as the above, how would the results differ if it operated at a coastal level versus 1,200 meters altitude?

💡 Hint: Compare the rimpull outcomes at different altitudes, paying attention to percentage deductions.

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