1.3 - Sheepsfoot Roller
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Practice Questions
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What is the primary feature of a Sheepsfoot Roller?
💡 Hint: Think about how its drum differs from other roller types.
What soils are Sheepsfoot Rollers ideally suited for?
💡 Hint: Consider the texture of the soil types.
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What is a key feature of Sheepsfoot Rollers?
💡 Hint: Think about what makes it different from other types.
Sheepsfoot Rollers are most suitable for which of the following?
💡 Hint: Consider the types of soil discussed earlier.
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Challenge Problems
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A road construction project requires heavy compaction due to the underlying soil being predominantly clay. Assess whether a Sheepsfoot Roller would be effective and explain why or why not.
💡 Hint: Reflect on the type of soil and the compaction requirements.
Calculate the necessary weight for a Sheepsfoot Roller to achieve the desired compaction on a fine-grained soil site. Assuming each foot of the roller exerts a pressure of 800 kPa, determine if the standard weight range is sufficient for a compacted area of 1000 m².
💡 Hint: Think about the relationship between weight, area, and pressure.
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