The Ideal Shape of a Transition Curve is
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Updated on: September 25th, 2023
The Ideal Shape of a Transition Curve is-
- Cubic Parabola
- Cubic Spiral
- Parabola
- Clothoid
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Answer: D. Clothoid
The ideal shape of a transition curve is clothoid.
Solution
A transition Curve is provided to avoid sudden reduction of radius and the sudden introduction of superelevation, extra widening, and Centrifugal force.
Types of transition curve are given below.
- Spiral or Clothoid
- Cubic Parabola
- Lemniscate
As per IRC the ideal shape of a transition curve is clothoid or spiral.
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