Definitions
- Referring to a tall machine with a long arm used for lifting heavy objects at construction sites. - Talking about a bird with a long neck and legs that is often seen near water. - Describing the act of stretching one's neck to see something far away or above.
- Referring to a tall tower-like structure with a boom and cables used for lifting heavy objects at construction sites. - Talking about an oil rig structure used for drilling oil wells. - Describing a type of crane used for loading and unloading cargo from ships.
List of Similarities
- 1Both are tall structures used for lifting heavy objects.
- 2Both have a long arm or boom with cables or chains attached.
- 3Both are commonly used in construction and industrial settings.
What is the difference?
- 1Design: A crane has a more flexible arm that can move in different directions, while a derrick has a fixed boom that only moves up and down.
- 2Function: A crane is used for lifting and moving heavy objects horizontally and vertically, while a derrick is primarily used for drilling or lifting objects vertically.
- 3Usage: A crane is more versatile and can be used in various industries, while a derrick is mainly used in the oil and gas industry.
- 4Size: A derrick is typically larger and taller than a crane due to its specialized function.
- 5Shape: A crane has a more triangular shape, while a derrick has a more rectangular shape.
Remember this!
Crane and derrick are both tall structures used for lifting heavy objects, but they differ in design, function, usage, size, and shape. A crane is a more versatile machine that can move in different directions and is used in various industries, while a derrick is a specialized structure primarily used in the oil and gas industry for drilling or lifting objects vertically.
