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What does hydraulic radius specifically measure in a rock structure?
What does hydraulic radius specifically measure in a rock structure?
Which formula correctly represents the concept of hydraulic radius?
Which formula correctly represents the concept of hydraulic radius?
What factors are necessary to determine the hydraulic radius?
What factors are necessary to determine the hydraulic radius?
Which of the following factors does NOT directly affect the hydraulic radius?
Which of the following factors does NOT directly affect the hydraulic radius?
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In what scenario would understanding hydraulic radius be most critical?
In what scenario would understanding hydraulic radius be most critical?
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Which factor is NOT a consideration when selecting a mining method?
Which factor is NOT a consideration when selecting a mining method?
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Which underground mining method is categorized as unsupported?
Which underground mining method is categorized as unsupported?
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What primarily dictates the economic cut-off grade in mining?
What primarily dictates the economic cut-off grade in mining?
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Which of the following mining methods is considered artificially supported?
Which of the following mining methods is considered artificially supported?
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In the context of mining, optimizing process plant and recoveries mainly involves...
In the context of mining, optimizing process plant and recoveries mainly involves...
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What is a significant characteristic of block caving as a mining method?
What is a significant characteristic of block caving as a mining method?
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Sub-level open stoping mining requires which of the following conditions?
Sub-level open stoping mining requires which of the following conditions?
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Which method is suitable for tabular orebodies with a dip less than 30°?
Which method is suitable for tabular orebodies with a dip less than 30°?
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What role does broken rock play in shrinkage stoping?
What role does broken rock play in shrinkage stoping?
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What is a necessary condition for successful sub-level caving?
What is a necessary condition for successful sub-level caving?
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Study Notes
Hydraulic Radius Definition
- Hydraulic radius (HR) is a measure used in hydraulics and related fields.
- It describes the relationship between the cross-sectional area of flow and the wetted perimeter of a channel or conduit.
- It is specifically defined as the ratio of the cross-sectional area of flow to the wetted perimeter.
Formula
- The formula for calculating hydraulic radius is: HR = Area / Perimeter
- Where:
- HR is the hydraulic radius
- Area is the cross-sectional area of the flowing fluid
- Perimeter is the wetted perimeter of the channel or conduit.
Application in Geotechnical Engineering (Cave-in)
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The provided text incorrectly implies that hydraulic radius is a point where rock caves in. This interpretation is not accurate.
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The concept of hydraulic radius, in a geotechnical engineering context of rock stability, is not directly about the point of cave-in. Hydraulic radius calculations are more commonly applied to the analysis of flow in open channels and conduits.
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Cave-ins are determined by different factors like:
- Rock type and strength
- Geometry and orientation of the rock mass.
- Stress conditions (in situ stress, excavation stress).
- Support systems (presence and type of shoring).
- The presence and geometry of any fractures or discontinuities in the rock.
- The total weight of the overlying material, which puts downward stress on the rock mass.
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While the relationship between water flow and rock stability can exist, it's not directly described by the hydraulic radius.
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Description
This quiz explores the definition and formula for hydraulic radius, a critical concept in hydraulics. It emphasizes the relationship between the cross-sectional area of flow and the wetted perimeter, as well as its applications, particularly in geotechnical engineering. Test your understanding of this essential hydraulic concept!
