1.2 - Operating frequency and frequency range
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Practice Questions
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What is operating frequency?
💡 Hint: Think about the motion of the compactor.
Name one factor that influences compactor frequency.
💡 Hint: Consider the characteristics of different soils.
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What is the primary role of operating frequency in soil compaction?
💡 Hint: Think about the impact of vibration speed.
True or False: A wider frequency range on a compactor is better for soil adaptation.
💡 Hint: Consider the flexibility needed for various soil types.
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You are tasked with compacting a construction site with varied soil types. Describe your step-by-step approach, taking into account frequency considerations.
💡 Hint: Focus on the impacts of different soils and how frequency relates to each.
Evaluate a scenario where low-frequency compaction is applied to a granular soil. Discuss the potential outcomes and corrective measures.
💡 Hint: Consider how granular soils behave under different frequencies.
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