Degree of Curve in Railways Formula

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Degree of curve for railways is the central angle subtended by the curve length of the railways. Check FAQs
Dc=(1720R)(π180)
Dc - Degree of Curve for Railways?R - Radius of Curve?π - Archimedes' constant?

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5Edit=(1720344Edit)(3.1416180)
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Degree of Curve in Railways Solution

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FIRST Step Consider the formula
Dc=(1720R)(π180)
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
Dc=(1720344m)(π180)
Next Step Substitute values of Constants
Dc=(1720344m)(3.1416180)
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
Dc=(1720344)(3.1416180)
Next Step Evaluate
Dc=0.0872664625997165rad
Next Step Convert to Output's Unit
Dc=5.00000000000094°
LAST Step Rounding Answer
Dc=5°

Degree of Curve in Railways Formula Elements

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Constants
Degree of Curve for Railways
Degree of curve for railways is the central angle subtended by the curve length of the railways.
Symbol: Dc
Measurement: AngleUnit: °
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Radius of Curve
Radius of Curve is the radius of a circle whose part, say, arc is taken for consideration.
Symbol: R
Measurement: LengthUnit: m
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Archimedes' constant
Archimedes' constant is a mathematical constant that represents the ratio of the circumference of a circle to its diameter.
Symbol: π
Value: 3.14159265358979323846264338327950288

Other formulas in Geometric Design of Railway Track category

​Go Radius for given Degree of Curve in Railways
R=(1720Dc)(π180)
​Go Equilibrium Cant in Railways
eeq=GV2127R
​Go Equilibrium Cant for BG
ebg=1.676V2127R
​Go Equilibrium Cant for MG
emg=1.000V2127R

How to Evaluate Degree of Curve in Railways?

Degree of Curve in Railways evaluator uses Degree of Curve for Railways = (1720/Radius of Curve)*(pi/180) to evaluate the Degree of Curve for Railways, Degree of Curve in Railways is defined as the central angle subtended by the curve length of the railways. Degree of Curve for Railways is denoted by Dc symbol.

How to evaluate Degree of Curve in Railways using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Degree of Curve in Railways, enter Radius of Curve (R) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Degree of Curve in Railways

What is the formula to find Degree of Curve in Railways?
The formula of Degree of Curve in Railways is expressed as Degree of Curve for Railways = (1720/Radius of Curve)*(pi/180). Here is an example- 286.4789 = (1720/344)*(pi/180).
How to calculate Degree of Curve in Railways?
With Radius of Curve (R) we can find Degree of Curve in Railways using the formula - Degree of Curve for Railways = (1720/Radius of Curve)*(pi/180). This formula also uses Archimedes' constant .
Can the Degree of Curve in Railways be negative?
No, the Degree of Curve in Railways, measured in Angle cannot be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Degree of Curve in Railways?
Degree of Curve in Railways is usually measured using the Degree[°] for Angle. Radian[°], Minute[°], Second[°] are the few other units in which Degree of Curve in Railways can be measured.
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