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Lattice Boom and Stability

4 - Lattice Boom and Stability

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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

What is the distance 'u' in crane operation?

💡 Hint: Remember that 'u' is crucial for stability.

Question 2 Easy

What does 'X' represent?

💡 Hint: This involves the operating radius.

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Question 1

What does 'X' represent in crane terminology?

Distance from the load line to the fulcrum
Operating radius
Distance from boom to tipping axis

💡 Hint: Think about load positioning related to the tipping point.

Question 2

True or False: Outriggers are optional for maximizing crane stability.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider situations when stability is compromised.

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Challenge 1 Hard

A lattice boom crane has a load of 5000 kg at an operating radius of 10m. Calculate the overturning moment if the distance to the tipping axis is 5m.

💡 Hint: Consider how the load's weight contributes to the tipping moment.

Challenge 2 Hard

If a truck-mounted crane's manufacturer rated its maximum load at 100 tons, but the crane is set up on a sloped surface and outriggers are not used. How should you adjust the lifting capacity?

💡 Hint: Reflect on how surface conditions affect crane operations.

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