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Correlating Rimpull with Horsepower

3.3 - Correlating Rimpull with Horsepower

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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

What is the maximum production output with five scrapers?

💡 Hint: Remember the calculations presented for five scrapers.

Question 2 Easy

What does rimpull refer to?

💡 Hint: Think about where the wheels meet the ground.

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Question 1

What is the production of five scrapers per hour?

636.89 bcm
723.36 bcm
500 bcm

💡 Hint: It was mentioned as part of the initial calculations.

Question 2

True or False: Increasing the number of scrapers always increases production efficiency.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider the balance of productivity vs costs.

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Challenge Problems

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Challenge 1 Hard

For a scraper at 600m altitude with given coefficients, calculate the effective rimpull in different gears after corrections. Discuss whether the machine should continue functioning in the top gear.

💡 Hint: Focus on your calculations regarding coefficients and weight adjustments.

Challenge 2 Hard

In a scenario with competitive projects, analyze the implications of choosing five versus six scrapers from an efficiency and cost perspective and suggest an ideal combination.

💡 Hint: Review what was said about project deadlines and cost concerns.

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