Practice Characteristics of a transition curve - 2.6.3 | 2. Transition Curves | Surveying and Geomatics
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Question 1

Easy

Define what a transition curve is.

💡 Hint: Think about road design and vehicle handling.

Question 2

Easy

What is super-elevation?

💡 Hint: Consider how this affects vehicle stability on curves.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What is the primary purpose of a transition curve?

  • To connect straight paths
  • To enhance vehicle speed
  • To improve design appearance

💡 Hint: Think about vehicle motion.

Question 2

True or False: Super-elevation reduces the centrifugal force acting on a vehicle during a curve.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider how curves affect vehicle stability.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Design a transition curve for a road with a 150m radius and a 40° deflection angle. Calculate the necessary parameters including shift and length.

💡 Hint: Utilize given relationships for special parameters.

Question 2

Evaluate the effectiveness of not using a transition curve on a given segment of the track vs. using one.

💡 Hint: Reflect on issues caused by abrupt directional changes.

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