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What is the shape of a stop sign?
What is the shape of a stop sign?
- Circle
- Triangle
- Rectangle
- Octagon (correct)
What is the length of road visible ahead to the driver at any instance called?
What is the length of road visible ahead to the driver at any instance called?
- Sight distance (correct)
- Braking distance
- Reaction distance
- Stopping distance
What is the necessity of providing super elevation on curves?
What is the necessity of providing super elevation on curves?
- To facilitate water drainage
- To reduce construction costs
- To increase road width
- To counteract centrifugal force (correct)
What is the term used for cement concrete overlay constructed on the top of distressed bituminous pavement?
What is the term used for cement concrete overlay constructed on the top of distressed bituminous pavement?
What is defined as the position or layout of the center line of the highway on the ground?
What is defined as the position or layout of the center line of the highway on the ground?
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Study Notes
Stop Sign Shape
- Octagonal
Center Line of the Highway
- Alignment
Road Visibility
- Sight distance
Cement Concrete Overlay
- White topping
Locomotive Wheel Slope
- 1 in 20
Hanger
- A structural element used in suspension bridges to support the roadway
Indian Railway Gauge
- 1676 mm
Bridge Types
- Steel, concrete
Airport Landing/Takeoff Area
- Runway
Road Classification per IRC
- National Highways, State Highways, District Roads, Village Roads
Significance of Traffic Volume Studies
- Necessary for highway planning, design, and traffic control
- Helps determine the capacity of roads and intersections
- Provides data for traffic signal timing
Intersection Differences
- At-Grade: Intersections where roads cross at the same level
- Grade Separated: Intersections where roads cross at different levels, usually with overpasses or underpasses
Camber
- Transverse slope provided to the road surface
- Helps drain rainwater and prevent ponding
- Ensures better stability and traction for vehicles
Super Elevation
- A banking of curves on roads to counteract centrifugal force
- Reduces the tendency of vehicles to skid outwards while navigating a curve
- Improves vehicle safety and comfort
Station Yards
- Railroad areas specifically designated for train operations like arrival, departure, and shunting
- Types: Marshalling yards, classification yards, passenger yards, goods yards
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Test your knowledge on key concepts in highway engineering. This quiz covers various topics such as road visibility, traffic volume studies, and different types of intersections. Perfect for students and professionals in transportation engineering.
