Length of Curve in Highway Geometric Design Formulas

Length of curve is defined as the arc length in a parabolic curves. And is denoted by L_c. Length of Curve is usually measured using the Meter for Length. Note that the value of Length of Curve is always positive.

Highway Geometric Design formulas that make use of Length of Curve

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FAQ

What is the Length of Curve?

Length of curve is defined as the arc length in a parabolic curves. Length of Curve is usually measured using the Meter for Length. Note that the value of Length of Curve is always positive.

Can the Length of Curve be negative?

No, the Length of Curve, measured in Length cannot be negative.

What unit is used to measure Length of Curve?

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

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