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Sandbags are sacks filled with sand or heavy earth.
They are often used for flood control but they have a number of uses from envitonmental remediation to home building. They can be used for erosion control and fortification. The military often fortify structures using sandbags to prevent windows from breaking and they are also used to create protected areas.
Also people have been known to build houses out of sandbags as an alternative building method. Sandbag structures are very sturdy.
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What is a sandbag on a trench?
a sand bag isare bags filled with sand that were staked on top of each other to protect from enemy artilley or gun fire.
Why did people put bags of sand on top of air raid shelters?
People placed bags of sand on top of air raid shelters primarily to provide additional protection against bomb blasts and shrapnel. The sand acted as a barrier, absorbing the impact of explosions and minimizing structural damage. Additionally, the weight of the bags helped stabilize the shelter, ensuring it remained secure during air raids. This practice was particularly common during World War II when air raids posed significant threats to civilian safety.
How did soldiers protect themselves from machine guns in world war 1?
They protected themselves by using bags of sand to block the bullets, hide in their trenches, or find some other protection
What are some locations for a disguised IED or hiding places for a roadside IED?
Dead animals, piles of sand bags, abandoned vehicles on the roadside, and road signs relocated near guard rails.
Why do Anderson shelters have sand bags outside them?
Well, isn't that a lovely question! Anderson shelters have sandbags outside to help protect them from bomb blasts during wartime. The sandbags act as a barrier to absorb the impact and keep the shelter safe for those seeking refuge inside. It's all about creating a safe and peaceful space during difficult times.
How many bags of sand are there in 6 cubic meter?
The answer will depend on how big (or small) the bags of sand are!
How many 25kg bags of sand per cubic meter?
it is 100 bags of sand/ballast
want to make sand bags. Where can I buy the bags Indianapolis area?
You can buy sand and bags, at Harco Sand & Gravel, 1650 Harco Way, Indianapolis, IN 46217. Their telephone number is (317) 786-8480.
What are juggling bean bags made out of?
they are bags filled with sand...........................................................i think
How many bags of sand will you need for a ton?
The number of bags of sand needed for a ton depends on the weight of each bag. Standard bags of sand typically weigh 50 pounds. Since there are 2,000 pounds in a ton, you would need 40 bags of 50-pound sand to equal one ton.
What are bulk bags most commonly used for?
Bulk bags are most commonly used for rainstorms and floods. In these types of situations, the bulk bags are known as sand bags. Using sand bags helps for residents and roads to not flood.
Are sand bags used in horse races?
no
Why do hot air balloons have sand bags?
Sand bags are used in hot air balloons to help control the altitude of the balloon. By adjusting the amount of sand in the bags, the pilot can control the descent of the balloon by releasing sand to increase altitude or dropping sand to decrease altitude.
Is there anything better than sand bags I can use?
Sand bags are bags that can be used in many different areas such as war or just a simple thing to design certain things like carts or stores or the navy.
How many bags of sand for 31.25 sq ft?
It depends upon the size of the bags, the density of the sand, and the depth of sand. For example, if the density is 100 lbs/cubic foot, the bags are 50 lbs each, and you want a depth of 1 inch, then: 31.25 sq ft X 1 inch X 1/12 ft/inch X 100 lbs/cubic foot / 50 lbs/bag = 5.2 bags Better get 6 bags to have enough. If the depth of sand, density of sand, or size of bags is different than what I assumed for this example, then plug your numbers into the equation above.
How can sand bags prevent floods?
Sand bags can help prevent floods by creating barriers to redirect or contain floodwaters. When strategically placed in low-lying areas or around buildings, sand bags can absorb and block water flow, providing temporary flood protection. The weight and density of sand in the bags can also help stabilize the structure and prevent water from seeping through.
How many 25 gram bags of sand in 0.96 of a ton?
0.96*1,000,000/25 = 38,400 bags.
