Practice Backhoes - 2 | 14. Productivity of Shovel | Construction Engineering & Management - Vol 2
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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

What is the ideal angle of swing when using a backhoe?

💡 Hint: Think about the position that minimizes cycle time.

Question 2 Easy

Define height of cut in the context of backhoes.

💡 Hint: Consider how it relates to the bucket's function.

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Question 1

What is the ideal angle between the truck and the backhoe for optimal productivity?

90 degrees
45 degrees
180 degrees

💡 Hint: Consider which angle allows for the most direct movement.

Question 2

True or False: Lowering the height of cut always increases productivity.

True
False

💡 Hint: Reflect on the relationship between height and ideal conditions.

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Challenge Problems

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Challenge 1 Hard

A backhoe has a bucket capacity of 4.0 m³ and operates with a fill factor of 0.9. If the angle of swing is 100 degrees, what correction factor would you apply if the optimum height of cut is 5m and the actual cut height is 3m?

💡 Hint: Review the concept of correction factors related to height and swing.

Challenge 2 Hard

You have a scenario where two trucks are used with a backhoe. One truck has an exchange time of 15 minutes, and another has 10 minutes. How does this variance affect total productive time?

💡 Hint: Think about the impact of waiting and efficiency in management.

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