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Riprap combats erosion on the bank or shore of a body of water or a stream. The stone deflects or absorbs the motion of the water (waves, streams) so they either do not reach the soil on the waters edge or minimizes the effect that erosive action.
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∙ 11y agoDissipates wave energy before it can hit a sea wall
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What is the origin of the term rip-rap?
rip rap could have been used as a nautical term by sailors during the 1600's. It meant "stretch of rippling water" caused under water formations.
How many square yards in a ton of rip rap?
The answer would depend on the size of the ton - there are two weights for a ton.
what does 6 ton of rip rap look like?
It looks like a large pile of relatively uniformly sized broken up rock or chunks of concrete. The rocks vary in size from bowling ball size to roughly the size of 2 or 3 drawer file cabinets.
What algorithm does RIP use?
I think that you are meaning acromym. RIP means rest in peace.
What can you break without hitting or dropping?
anything! u can slice, rip, or bend basicl anything. like a baseball....u can rip it apart if u just use a knife
What is the derivation of rip-rap?
rip rap is large rocks, in various sizes, used to control eroision,
What are the advantages and disadvantages of rip and rap?
the advantages of rip rap are that it absorbs the waves energy and stops longshore drift ( like groynes) the disadvantages are that it costs alot for the granite boulders ( rip rap) to be transported! hope that helps :D
What are the advantages and disadvantages of Rip-Rap?
the advantages of rip rap are that it absorbs the waves energy and stops longshore drift ( like groynes) the disadvantages are that it costs alot for the granite boulders ( rip rap) to be transported! hope that helps :D
Where do you get rip rap?
Hornsea, east coast of yorkshire
How long does rip rap last?
Rip rap can last for several decades to over a century, depending on factors such as the size and quality of the rock used, the intensity of wave action and currents, and the maintenance of the structure. Proper installation and regular monitoring can help extend the lifespan of rip rap structures.
Is rip rap the same as rock armor?
yes it is
What is ripwrapping?
Rip rap is a pile of large boulders or rocks -- usually placed along a shoreline to help prevent erosing from waves. http://lmgtfy.com/?q=what+is+rip+rap
What is bad about rip rap?
there will be burning off more fuels
How much does rip rap cost?
10,000k per metre
What is the weight of Rip Rap per cubic yard?
2700
What are the disadvantages of rip- rap?
it costs alot for the rocks to be transported
What is the maximum rip rap slope?
26 percent or 1v:2h
