Practice Angular methods of setting out curves - 2 | 2. Linear methods of setting out curves | Surveying and Geomatics
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Question 1

Easy

What is a tangential angle?

💡 Hint: Think about where the tangent touches the curve.

Question 2

Easy

Name one method used for setting out circular curves.

💡 Hint: One of them is named after a person!

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Question 1

What method involves the use of tangential angles for setting out curves?

  • Rankine’s Method
  • Two Theodolite Method
  • Bisection Method

💡 Hint: It's named after a person.

Question 2

True or False: The Two Theodolite Method is more commonly used than other techniques due to its simplicity.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Think about the equipment needed.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

You have a circular curve with a radius of 60m and a chord length of 18m. Calculate the deflection angle using Rankine’s method.

💡 Hint: Focus on substituting correctly and performing the arithmetic without a calculator!

Question 2

If the Two Theodolite Method was to set out a left-curved road, what specific adjustments must be made in the theodolite readings? Discuss potential terrain challenges.

💡 Hint: Think about how you would adapt the settings for visibility and accuracy.

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