6.3 - Luffing
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What is luffing in crane operations?
💡 Hint: Think of how angular adjustments affect load placement.
Define operating radius.
💡 Hint: Consider how the load distance is measured from the crane.
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What does luffing refer to in crane operations?
💡 Hint: Think about how cranes move their booms.
True or False: A greater operating radius increases a crane's lifting capacity.
💡 Hint: Consider how stability is affected by distance.
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A crane is lifting a load at different luffing angles: 30°, 45°, and 60°. Calculate the operating radius at each angle if the base distance is 10 meters. Discuss the implications of each angle on stability.
💡 Hint: Use cosine for distance calculations and consider how it affects stability.
During a lifting operation, a crane's boom is luffed improperly, leading to a potential tipping scenario. Identify the critical factors that should be adjusted to ensure stability and safety.
💡 Hint: Think safety first: balance and weigh options.
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