Piles are driven with hammers that are mounted on cranes. There are several commonly used hammer...

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Piles are driven with hammers that are mounted on cranes. Thereare several commonly used hammer types to install piles. List atleast two hammer types with brief explanation about its functionand usage (DO NOT copy and paste contents from lecture slides. Useyour own words.)

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1 single acting hammer 2 double acting hammer SINGLE ACTING HAMMER The single acting hammer is raised by steam or compressed air and is dropped on the pile head It is very heavy    See Answer
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