Soil Compaction Equipment

Soil Compaction Equipment

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Engineering

12th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the name of this soil compaction machine?

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Back

Single Drum Smooth Roller

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

This is a part of which type of roller?

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Back

Sheepsfoot roller

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the name of this roller?

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Back

Impact Roller

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What effect does adding water have on soil density during compaction?

Back

  • Adding water makes the soil easier to work with and increases its density until the optimal water content is reached.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Why is it difficult to compact soil that is too dry?

Back

Soil that is too dry becomes hard to compact, making it challenging to achieve the desired density.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How does rolling speed affect the area compacted in a day?

Back

A higher rolling speed allows more of the area to be compacted in a day.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the relationship between rolling speed and the number of passes needed for effective soil compaction?

Back

Higher rolling speeds can lead to a need for more passes to achieve the desired compaction if the soil does not deform properly.

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