Question 1

What Is Superelevation?

Accepted Answer

Superelevation on the horizontal curve is one of the most important features in the construction of the roads. It is very essential to provide superelevation in roads for the safe movement of vehicles on the curved portion of the roads.

Question 2

Superelevation Definition

Accepted Answer

The inward transverse inclination which is provided to the cross-section of the pavement of road at the horizontally curved portion of the roads is known as superelevation.

Question 3

Purpose of Providing Superelevation in Roads

Accepted Answer

• The main aim of providing superelevation is to counteract the effect of centrifugal force acting on the moving vehicle. • To prevent the damaging effect on the surface of the roads due to improper distribution of load on the roads.

Question 4

Minimum and Maximum Superelevation in Roads

Accepted Answer

Superelevation which is provided on the road is less than the camber of a road then it should be get equal to the camber of the road for proper drainage purpose. In the case of heavily loaded vehicles having denser material, it is not possible to move this vehicle on the road with a high rate of superelevation.

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