1. Types of Field Compaction Equipment

Try these first

1. 1.

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

   Hint

   Think about the numbers mentioned in the section.

2. 2.

   What type of soil are pneumatic tyred rollers suitable for?

   Hint

   Recall the versatility of this type of roller.

3. 3.

   What is the primary function of smooth wheeled steel drum rollers?

   • To compact fine soil
   • To compact well-graded sand and gravel
   • To knead clay

   Hint

   Think about the type of materials these rollers are effective on.

4. 4.

   Pneumatic tyred rollers can be used on which of the following soils?

   • Very soft clay
   • Most coarse soils
   • Highly variable soils

   Hint

   Recall the types of soil pneumatic rollers were effective for.

5. 5.

   If you are tasked with compacting a heterogeneous soil type for road construction, describe your approach using the types of rollers discussed.

   Hint

   Think about the needs of each type of soil.

6. 6.

   You have a project situated in a region known for mixed soil types. How would you prepare the area for construction using the different types of compaction equipment?

   Hint

   Recall each roller's advantages and soil suitability.