Practice Disadvantages of Telescopic Boom Cranes - 5.2 | 4. Understanding u and X | Construction Engineering & Management - Vol 3
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Question 1

Easy

What is a telescopic boom crane?

💡 Hint: Think about how a telescope functions.

Question 2

Easy

What major disadvantage do telescopic cranes have?

💡 Hint: Consider the construction of the boom.

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Question 1

What is the main disadvantage of telescopic boom cranes?

  • High lifting capacity
  • Reduced lifting capacity
  • Low costs

💡 Hint: Consider the construction materials used.

Question 2

True or False: Proper use of outriggers can increase the lifting capacity of a telescopic crane.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Think of how stability relates to lifting.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

You are tasked with using a telescopic boom crane for a short construction project. Calculate if its high cost is justifiable if the project needs only light materials to be lifted. Consider setup time in your justification.

💡 Hint: Think about how setup time impacts overall project costs.

Question 2

During a site assessment, you find that the ground is soft and unstable. What measures should you recommend to safely operate a telescopic boom crane?

💡 Hint: What strategies enhance stability on challenging ground?

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