Practice Type of transition curve - 16.2.1 | 16. Horizontal Alignment III | Transportation Engineering - Vol 1
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16.2.1 - Type of transition curve

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is a transition curve?

💡 Hint: Consider how roads change direction.

Question 2

Easy

Name one type of transition curve.

💡 Hint: It's the most commonly used type.

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Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

What is the primary type of transition curve recommended by IRC?

  • Cubic Parabola
  • Lemniscate
  • Spiral Curve

💡 Hint: Remember which curve provides smooth transitions.

Question 2

Spiral curves help in providing a consistent rate of change in what?

💡 Hint: Think about the forces acting on a vehicle.

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

You are tasked with designing a road section using a spiral curve. Explain the parameters you would consider based on the IRC recommendations.

💡 Hint: Think about what influences passenger comfort and safety.

Question 2

Analyze a case where a cubic parabola transition might be chosen over a spiral curve in a low-speed zone. What factors would influence this decision?

💡 Hint: Consider the operational speeds and cost of different curve types.

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