1.1 - Mass, size
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Define mass as it pertains to compactors.
💡 Hint: Think about what mass relates to in force.
What does relative compaction tell us?
💡 Hint: Consider it a comparison metric!
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What factor primarily affects the force applied during soil compaction?
💡 Hint: Consider what gives weight to the compactor.
True or False: The size of a compactor has no impact on the depth of soil it compacts.
💡 Hint: Think about how size impacts coverage.
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Calculate the optimal mass and size requirements for compacting clay and sandy soil in a new construction site, given their moisture content and density characteristics.
💡 Hint: Refer back to the definitions of mass and size.
Design a compacting schedule for a construction site that includes soil testing results for lifting thickness and multiple passes, factoring varying soil characteristics.
💡 Hint: Base your design on the interactions between soil types and compaction goals.
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