12.6.4 - Road and Railway Alignment
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Practice Questions
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What is the primary purpose of road and railway alignment?
💡 Hint: Think about the consequences of poor alignment.
What tool is commonly used to collect precise measurements for alignment?
💡 Hint: Recall the instrument we discussed earlier.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What does a Total Station primarily measure?
💡 Hint: Think about the two main types of measurements.
True or False: A proper gradient is critical for railway safety.
💡 Hint: Recall how steep inclines can affect trains.
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If a road is designed with a curve radius of 200 meters, how would this affect the vehicle speed limit, and what measures should be applied for a safe transition?
💡 Hint: Consider the relationship between radius and speed.
In a scenario where a railway faces steep hills, discuss how surveyors can utilize Total Stations to ensure proper alignment and safety.
💡 Hint: Think about how terrain changes affect measurements.
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