17.3 - Summit curve
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Practice Questions
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What is a summit curve?
💡 Hint: Think about how roads connect different slopes.
Name one type of curve used in summit curves.
💡 Hint: It's a curve shape that resembles a parabola.
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What is a summit curve?
💡 Hint: Recall the definition of summit curves.
True or False: Parabolic curves are less comfortable to drive on than circular curves.
💡 Hint: Consider which curve shape offers a smoother transition.
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Given a road design requiring a summit curve with an SSD of 150m, calculate the necessary length if the upward gradient is +2% and the downward gradient is -2%.
💡 Hint: Focus on using the parabola formula for SSD calculations.
Critique a poorly designed summit curve encountered in your community. Discuss safety risks and potential improvements.
💡 Hint: Think about the visibility and comfort issues during drives.
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