3.2 - Impact of Pile Length on Blow Energy
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What is the definition of blow energy?
💡 Hint: Think about the forces involved in driving a pile.
Name a type of hammer suitable for driving timber piles.
💡 Hint: Consider the material type of the pile.
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Which hammer type is generally preferred for concrete piles?
💡 Hint: Recall the recommendations for hammer types based on material.
True or False: Double acting hammers are suitable for driving concrete piles.
💡 Hint: Consider the impact on concrete.
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You have a concrete pile needing to penetrate stiff clay. If the pile length increases from 10m to 15m, describe the impact on hammer selection and the required blow energy.
💡 Hint: Think about how height and resistance interact with energy needs.
Explain why vibratory hammers are not recommended for dense clay when driving sheets, despite being silent.
💡 Hint: Consider how vibratory action interacts with sheer resistance.
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