16.1 - Length of vertical curve
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Calculate the length of a vertical curve with a +2% and -1% grade and a rate of change of 1% per 30m.
💡 Hint: Use the formula L = (g1 - g2) * 30 / r.
What is the reduced level (RL) if the chainage is 1000m and the height above datum is 50 m?
💡 Hint: Simply state the height as the RL.
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What is a vertical curve?
💡 Hint: Consider the context of road design.
The formula to calculate the length of a vertical curve L = (g1 - g2) * 30 / r is used when calculating changes in:
💡 Hint: Think about what the formula represents physically.
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Design and calculate a vertical curve connecting a +3% grade to a -1% grade with a desired smooth transition over 150 meters. What will the chainage of each key point look like?
💡 Hint: Consider how to break down the changes into smaller segments.
How would you approach calculating vertical curves on a multi-lane highway versus a single-lane road? Discuss factors you'd consider.
💡 Hint: Think about vehicle dynamics and traffic flow.
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