Practice Elements of a simple circular curve - 2.3.3 | 2. Curves | Surveying and Geomatics
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Question 1

Easy

What is the definition of a tangent in a circular curve?

💡 Hint: Think of it as a line that barely grazes the curve.

Question 2

Easy

What is an intersection point?

💡 Hint: It's the meeting point of straight lines in a curve.

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Question 1

What is the apex distance in a circular curve?

  • Distance from curve to endpoint
  • Distance from intersection to apex
  • Distance around the curve

💡 Hint: Recall that apex is always related to the curve.

Question 2

True or False: The deflection angle is the angle between the two tangents at the intersection point.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Remember the geometry of tangents involved.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

A simple circular curve has a radius of 80m and sustains a deflection angle of 60°. Calculate the lengths of the tangents and apex distance using appropriate formulas.

💡 Hint: Break down the formulas step by step.

Question 2

If a circular curve's central angle is 90° and the radius is 70m, find the length of the curve and the long chord.

💡 Hint: Use the circular geometry concepts effectively.

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