3 - Need for Lifting Equipment
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Practice Questions
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What are the basic components of a crane's lifting mechanism?
💡 Hint: Think about what allows the crane to lift.
Why are cranes important in construction?
💡 Hint: Consider the height and weight of materials used.
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What is the primary function of lifting equipment?
💡 Hint: Think about the role of cranes.
True or False: The weight of the boom contributes to the overturning moment.
💡 Hint: Consider all parts of the crane.
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A crane has a maximum boom length of 50 meters and needs to lift a load of 10 tons. Calculate if the load is stable given an operating radius of 30 meters and the weight of the boom is 2 tons.
💡 Hint: Remember the concepts of lever arms involved in the calculation.
Explain how you would adjust the lifting operations if you determined the crane was becoming unstable while lifting a load.
💡 Hint: Think about balancing forces to regain stability.
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