3 - Factors Affecting Hammer Selection
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What type of hammer is recommended for concrete piles?
💡 Hint: Think about stresses on concrete when dealing with pile driving.
Which soil type requires a heavier hammer?
💡 Hint: Which soils stick together more tightly?
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What hammer type is optimal for dense cohesive soils?
💡 Hint: Consider what type provides the most power.
True or False: Heavy hammers should be avoided when driving concrete piles in tough soil.
💡 Hint: Think about stress on the pile.
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Assess the impact of selecting a vibratory hammer in a region known for its dense, clay-like cohesive soil. What may result?
💡 Hint: Consider how vibrations might respond to dense materials.
In a scenario where a double acting hammer is used for a lightweight steel pile in loose soil, analyze the consequences of this choice.
💡 Hint: Think about how weight and resistance interact with hammer energy.
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