9.1 - Overturning and Stabilizing Moments
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What is the primary role of a crane during a construction project?
💡 Hint: Think about the key functions of cranes.
Name any one motion that cranes can perform.
💡 Hint: Consider movements involved in lifting.
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What is a primary characteristic of the crane's lifting mechanism?
💡 Hint: Consider how cranes lift heavy items.
True or False: The stabilizing moment must always exceed the overturning moment for crane safety.
💡 Hint: Think about balance in physical systems.
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If a crane's operating radius increases, what effects might this have on load capacity and stability?
💡 Hint: Consider how distance influences balance.
Calculate the tipping load if a crane can safely lift loads of up to 1500 kg, but is subjected to additional forces from the wind calculated at 200 kg.
💡 Hint: Think about total load and environmental effects.
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