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What is a transition curve?
💡 Hint: Think about how roads change direction.
What is used to calculate offsets on a curve?
💡 Hint: This involves certain mathematical properties.
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What is the purpose of a transition curve?
💡 Hint: Think about how drivers navigate curves.
True or False: Radial acceleration is important for maintaining vehicle control in curves.
💡 Hint: Consider the forces acting on a vehicle.
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Design a transition curve for a road with a speed limit of 70 km/h. What length would you recommend and why?
💡 Hint: Refer to standard traffic engineering practices for guidance.
Given a curve length of 180 m, calculate the offsets for various points along the curve using the cubic parabola equation.
💡 Hint: Break down the calculations step-by-step for accuracy.
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