BUILDING IN A BALLOON

BUILDING IN A BALLOON

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Interactive Video

History

KG - University

Hard

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The video discusses the innovative use of a plastic balloon to assemble a high voltage transformer at a power station in West Burton, Nottinghamshire. The balloon protects components from weather, allowing continuous work. Crane operations are managed with walkie-talkies due to visibility issues. The transformer, crucial for connecting the power station to the national grid, is assembled efficiently without weather delays, ensuring quick power delivery to customers.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary purpose of using a plastic balloon in the construction process?

To improve visibility

To reduce noise pollution

To keep components dry

To provide insulation

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do engineers manage the placement of heavy components during assembly?

Using automated robots

With the help of walkie-talkies

Through manual lifting

By employing drones

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the size of the high voltage transformer being assembled?

70 feet by 50 by 50 feet high

40 feet by 20 by 20 feet high

50 feet by 30 by 30 feet high

60 feet by 40 by 40 feet high

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role does the transformer play in the power station?

It cools down the power station

It connects the power station to the national grid

It stores energy

It generates electricity

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What advantage does the use of the balloon provide in terms of project timeline?

It decreases the need for heavy machinery

It allows for more workers on site

It speeds up the assembly process by avoiding weather delays

It reduces labor costs