Practice Construction procedures - 3 | 21. Characteristics of the compactor | Geotechnical Engineering - Vol 1
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Question 1 Easy

What is the effect of the number of passes on soil compaction?

💡 Hint: Think about pressure and layers.

Question 2 Easy

Define lift thickness in the context of soil compaction.

💡 Hint: It varies based on how much soil you are compacting at once.

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Question 1

What is the primary benefit of increasing the number of roller passes?

Less pressure
Better compaction
Faster process

💡 Hint: Consider the relationship between pressure and passes.

Question 2

True or False: Towing speed can impact compaction efficiency.

True
False

💡 Hint: Think about how quickly something can be pressed together efficiently.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Given a construction site with clay and sandy soils, develop a compaction plan including passes and frequencies needed for each hybrid section.

💡 Hint: Analyze how each soil type behaves under compaction.

Challenge 2 Hard

What strategy would you recommend if a project failed due to poor initial compaction? Discuss remedial actions.

💡 Hint: Consider consequences and remedial steps for stabilizing soil.

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