Practice Cutting Ratio (1.2) - Blade Overview - Construction Engineering & Management

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Question 1.
What is the cutting ratio?
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Think about how power is distributed along the cutting edge.
Question 2.
Which type of blade is best for hard terrain?
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Remember, it has high cutting ability.
3Question 3.
What is the cutting ratio?
- The horsepower per loose meter cube of material
- Horsepower per meter of the cutting edge
- The width of the blade in meters
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It relates to horsepower and the cutting edge length.
4Question 4.
A blade that can angle left or right is known as?
- Straight Blade
- Angle Blade
- Universal Blade
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Look for the word 'angle' in its name.
Question 5.
You are tasked with selecting a blade for a bulldozer to clear a rocky terrain. Would you choose a U blade or a straight blade? Explain your reasoning.
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Recall the properties associated with each blade type.
Question 6.
In a project requiring the movement of loose soil over long distances, which blade type would be most efficient? Discuss the reasons for your choice.
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Think about the characteristics of U blades concerning loose materials.

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