Distance x in Surveying Curves Formulas

Distance x is the length from midpoint to a point anywhere in long chord where offset need to be drawn for setting out the curve. And is denoted by x. Distance x is usually measured using the Meter for Length. Note that the value of Distance x is always positive.

Surveying Curves formulas that make use of Distance x

fxOffset at Distance x from Mid-PointGo

fxMid Ordinate given OxGo

fxApproximate Equation for Offset at Distance x from Mid-PointGo

fxRadius given Approximate Equation for OffsetGo

FAQ

What is the Distance x?

Distance x is the length from midpoint to a point anywhere in long chord where offset need to be drawn for setting out the curve. Distance x is usually measured using the Meter for Length. Note that the value of Distance x is always positive.

Can the Distance x be negative?

No, the Distance x, measured in Length cannot be negative.

What unit is used to measure Distance x?

Distance x is usually measured using the Meter[m] for Length. Millimeter[m], Kilometer[m], Decimeter[m] are the few other units in which Distance x can be measured.

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