2.37 - Give any five general requirements of a transition curve.
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What is a transition curve?
💡 Hint: Think about how roads change direction.
Name one requirement of a transition curve.
💡 Hint: Consider the factors affecting vehicle navigation.
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What is the purpose of a transition curve?
💡 Hint: Think about why sharp transitions are problematic.
True or False: Super-elevation is not important in transition curves.
💡 Hint: Recall the role of banking in curves.
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Design a transition curve for a roadway with a speed limit of 100 km/h. Calculate the necessary length and radius.
💡 Hint: Refer to engineering design tables for specific calculations.
Examine the consequences of a straight edge connecting two curves without a transition. What safety measures could be implemented?
💡 Hint: Consider the role of design in mitigating hazards.
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