4.3 - Corrosion and Cost Considerations
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Practice Questions
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What is the main advantage of using precast piles?
💡 Hint: Think about where they are made.
Name one method used to assess soil before piling.
💡 Hint: What test gives insights into soil behavior?
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What testing method is essential for accurate pile length measurement?
💡 Hint: This method assesses soil strength.
True or False: Pre-stressed piles can be longer than conventional concrete piles due to enhanced handling resistance.
💡 Hint: Think about how pre-stressing affects strength.
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With an anticipated project site with high corrosivity, propose a strategy for choosing pile types while considering budget constraints.
💡 Hint: Think about the long-term maintenance costs versus upfront costs.
Calculate the projected cost differences between using precast piles and cast-in-situ piles for a major urban construction project requiring 100 piles, given installation speed and material costs.
💡 Hint: Factor in how quickly each type of pile can be deployed.
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