11.2.3 - Other factors
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What is a design vehicle?
💡 Hint: Think about a vehicle that represents what most drivers will use.
Name one human factor that can influence road design.
💡 Hint: Consider how quickly a driver can respond to a situation.
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What is the primary consideration when designing for traffic flow?
💡 Hint: What reasonable estimate helps manage costs?
True or False: Environmental factors do not need to be considered in geometric design.
💡 Hint: Think about noise and air quality effects.
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Discuss how you would approach designing a new road in a densely populated urban area with significant traffic and pollution challenges. Include considerations for vehicle types, human factors, and environmental impact.
💡 Hint: Consider balancing user needs with environmental concerns.
Evaluate a case where failure to consider aesthetic factors led to public outcry over a new highway project. What lessons could be learned for future designs?
💡 Hint: Think about why community acceptance matters during planning.
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