Practice Planetary Mixer - 2.4 | 9. Free Fall Non-Tilting Reversible Mixer | Construction Engineering & Management - Vol 3
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is the main function of a free fall mixer?

💡 Hint: Consider how gravity affects the mixing process.

Question 2

Easy

Define a power mixer.

💡 Hint: Think about the speed at which these mixers operate.

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Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

What type of mixer uses gravity to mix materials?

  • Power Mixer
  • Free Fall Mixer
  • Planetary Mixer

💡 Hint: Think of how materials fall in this type of mixer.

Question 2

True or False: A trough mixer operates with a vertical shaft.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider the shape of the trough mixer.

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

Design a mixing schedule for a project requiring 100 m³ of concrete using a power mixer with a cycle time of 3 minutes at 80% efficiency. Calculate how many batches need to be prepared.

💡 Hint: Think about the total volume and per-batch capacity when calculating!

Question 2

Evaluate the impact of a 20% reduction in mixing time on the strength of the concrete produced by a trough mixer. Discuss the potential consequences.

💡 Hint: Consider how each component in the mix needs sufficient time to integrate.

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