6.4 - Slewing
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Practice Questions
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Define slewing in cranes.
💡 Hint: Think about how the crane can move loads around its base without relocating.
List two types of motions cranes use.
💡 Hint: Consider motion types beyond rotation.
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What does slewing refer to in crane operations?
💡 Hint: Focus on the rotational aspect of crane functions.
True or False: Hoisting adjusts the angle of the crane's boom.
💡 Hint: Consider the actions of hoisting and luffing.
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Given a crane's required slewing operation, how can you determine its impact on lifting capacity based on the boom's angle?
💡 Hint: Consider how angle changes the distance from the tipping axis.
Create a setup for a project where slewing will maximize efficiency. Detail the crane configurations to support this.
💡 Hint: Think about the project layout and necessary crane motions.
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