Practice Lifting Mechanism (2.1) - Piles and Pile Driving Equipment (Part 2)

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Question 1.
What is a drop hammer?
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Think about its function in pile driving.
Question 2.
Name one type of mechanism used to lift the hammer.
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Consider common lifting equipment.
3Question 3.
What is the primary function of a drop hammer?
- To lift structures
- To drive piles
- To lift piles off the ground
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Consider what happens when it falls.
4Question 4.
True or False: A heavier pile requires a lighter hammer.
- True
- False
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Think about energy transfer during driving.
Question 5.
Given a pile weighing 20,000 kg, determine the recommended weight of the drop hammer necessary for efficient operation and calculate if a hammer weighing 7,000 kg can be used.
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Check the ratio and make comparisons.
Question 6.
If the maximum allowable drop height for a timber pile is 15 feet and you desire the energy to be maximized without exceeding this height, how would you adjust your lift mechanism?
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Consider the mechanics of lifting and dropping.

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