3.1 - Climbing Tower Cranes for Greater Heights
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Practice Questions
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What is an articulated jib crane used for?
💡 Hint: Think about how jibs can move.
Define climbing cage in the context of tower cranes.
💡 Hint: Starts with 'climbing'.
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What is the primary function of a climbing cage?
💡 Hint: Think about how cranes gain height.
True or False: All cranes can freely exceed 300 meters in height.
💡 Hint: Consider crane limitations.
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A construction site requires a crane to reach a height of 150 meters. Given that the maximum free-standing height is 120 meters, determine the type of crane that should be used and explain your reasoning.
💡 Hint: Think about cranes designed for tall structures.
During the self-erection of a tower crane, what operational considerations should be made to ensure safety during the height increase?
💡 Hint: Focus on steps involved in the erection process.
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