7 - Crane Configurations
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What is a mobile crane?
💡 Hint: Think about mobility.
Name the type of crane that is fixed in place for tall structures.
💡 Hint: Consider where cranes are needed most in height.
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What type of crane can be transported easily across construction sites?
💡 Hint: Consider mobility.
True or False: A tower crane has a fixed position and is used mainly for tall buildings.
💡 Hint: Think about where tower cranes are found.
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A construction project requires lifting materials 100 meters high. Discuss and justify whether a mobile crane or a tower crane would be more appropriate and why.
💡 Hint: Consider height and stability in your justification.
Given a scenario in a tight urban environment, what crane type would you use and why? Discuss any trade-offs in your choice.
💡 Hint: Look at the environment's restrictions.
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