Practice Suitable for most coarse & fine soils - 1.2.3 | 19. Types of Field Compaction Equipment | Geotechnical Engineering - Vol 1
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1.2.3 - Suitable for most coarse & fine soils

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Question 1 Easy

What is the weight capacity of a smooth wheeled steel drum roller?

💡 Hint: Think about the range mentioned in class.

Question 2 Easy

Which soil type is suitable for pneumatic tyred rollers?

💡 Hint: Refer to the examples discussed in class.

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Question 1

What is the weight range of smooth wheeled steel drum rollers?

10 kN - 50 kN
20 kN - 200 kN
150 kN - 300 kN

💡 Hint: Refer to the capacity discussed in class.

Question 2

True or False: Pneumatic tyred rollers are suitable for very soft clay.

True
False

💡 Hint: Think back to the description of their capabilities.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Analyze a construction project involving clay soil. Which roller would you recommend and justify your choice based on the soil characteristics.

💡 Hint: Consider the effectiveness of rollers on fine-grained versus coarse soil.

Challenge 2 Hard

A site requires compacting which is primarily sandy. Discuss the advantages of using pneumatic tyred rollers in this context.

💡 Hint: Think about the effects of pressure and weight distribution by the rollers.

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