1.1 - Compaction by static pressure combined with impact of pentagonal roller.
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What is a pentagonal roller used for?
💡 Hint: Think about how its shape contributes to its function.
Define lift thickness in the context of soil compaction.
💡 Hint: Consider how compacting too thickly might affect the process.
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What is the main function of a pentagonal roller in soil compaction?
💡 Hint: Think about how shape influences its functionality.
True or False: Optimal moisture content is where soil compaction is most effective.
💡 Hint: Recall the importance of moisture balance in compaction.
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A construction site is experiencing instability due to improper soil compaction. How would you remedy this? Discuss the tests and equipment needed.
💡 Hint: Consider what compaction equipment you would deploy in a project of this scale.
Analyze a project where field conditions caused deviations from optimal moisture content. Predict the long-term effects on soil stability.
💡 Hint: Reflect on the links between moisture and soil behavior over time.
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