Practice Summary of Crane Types - 7.1 | 4. Understanding u and X | Construction Engineering & Management - Vol 3
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Question 1

Easy

What does the operating radius refer to in crane operation?

💡 Hint: Think about how far the crane can reach.

Question 2

Easy

Why are outriggers necessary for a truck-mounted crane?

💡 Hint: Consider what happens when the crane lifts heavy loads.

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Question 1

What is the Safe Working Load (SWL) of a crane?

💡 Hint: Consider the crane's design and manufacturer's guidelines.

Question 2

True or False: Increasing the operating radius increases lifting capacity.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Recall the relationship between radius and stability.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

A truck-mounted crane is rated for a maximum capacity of 100 tons on flat ground with outriggers extended. If deployed without outriggers, what should be the new maximum capacity?

💡 Hint: Think of the impact of outriggers on stability.

Question 2

A crawler crane has a maximum capacity of 150 tons at a radius of 20m. If the operating radius increases to 40m, what should be done to ensure safety while lifting?

💡 Hint: Recall the effects of a shifting center of gravity.

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