Practice Load Ratings and Safety Margins - 4.3 | 6. Types of Jib Cranes | Construction Engineering & Management - Vol 3
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Question 1

Easy

What is an articulated jib crane?

💡 Hint: Think about how the jib can change angle.

Question 2

Easy

What role does a climbing cage play in tower cranes?

💡 Hint: Consider how cranes grow taller.

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Question 1

What kind of crane allows for horizontal reach to be converted to vertical height?

  • Articulated Jib
  • Crawler Crane
  • Mobile Crane

💡 Hint: Think about cranes with adjustable arms.

Question 2

True or False: The climbing cage simplifies the self-erection of tower cranes.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider cranes that can erect themselves.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Design a plan for erecting a climbing tower crane for a building up to 150 meters tall. Include considerations for counterweights and safety margins.

💡 Hint: Factor in the weight of materials and crane parts in your calculations.

Question 2

Evaluate the potential risks of operating a crane in a high wind condition and suggest mitigation strategies.

💡 Hint: Consider how wind can shift load and stability.

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