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Radius of Curve for Taxiway is the radius of a circle whose part, say, arc is taken for consideration. Check FAQs
RTaxiway=VTurning Speed2125μFriction
RTaxiway - Radius of Curve for Taxiway?VTurning Speed - Turning Speed of Aircraft?μFriction - Coefficient of Friction?

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7.716Edit=50Edit21250.2Edit
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Turning Radius Solution

Follow our step by step solution on how to calculate Turning Radius?

FIRST Step Consider the formula
RTaxiway=VTurning Speed2125μFriction
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
RTaxiway=50km/h21250.2
Next Step Convert Units
RTaxiway=13.8889m/s21250.2
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
RTaxiway=13.888921250.2
Next Step Evaluate
RTaxiway=7.71604938271606m
LAST Step Rounding Answer
RTaxiway=7.716m

Turning Radius Formula Elements

Variables
Radius of Curve for Taxiway
Radius of Curve for Taxiway is the radius of a circle whose part, say, arc is taken for consideration.
Symbol: RTaxiway
Measurement: LengthUnit: m
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Turning Speed of Aircraft
Turning Speed of Aircraft at the exit taxiway. Aircraft maneuvering is referenced to a standard rate turn, also known as a rate one turn (ROT).
Symbol: VTurning Speed
Measurement: SpeedUnit: km/h
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Coefficient of Friction
The Coefficient of Friction (μ) is the ratio defining the force that resists the motion of one body in relation to another body in contact with it.
Symbol: μFriction
Measurement: NAUnit: Unitless
Note: Value should be between 0 to 1.

Other Formulas to find Radius of Curve for Taxiway

​Go Horonjeff Equation for Turning Radius of Taxiway
RTaxiway=0.388W2(0.5TWidth)-DMidway
​Go Radius of Entrance Curve when Deflection Angle of Entrance Curve is considered
RTaxiway=180L1πD1
​Go Radius of Curve when Velocity in Turn
RTaxiway=(VTurning Speed4.1120)2

Other formulas in Turning Radius category

​Go Wheelbase given Turning Radius
W=(RTaxiway(0.5TWidth))-DMidway0.388
​Go Turning Speed of Aircraft given Radius of Curve
VTurning Speed=RTaxiwayμFriction125
​Go Taxiway Width given Turning Radius
TWidth=(0.388W2RTaxiway)+DMidway0.5
​Go Distance between Midway Points of Main Gears and Edge of Taxiway Pavements
DMidway=(0.5TWidth)-(0.388W2RTaxiway)

How to Evaluate Turning Radius?

Turning Radius evaluator uses Radius of Curve for Taxiway = (Turning Speed of Aircraft^2)/(125*Coefficient of Friction) to evaluate the Radius of Curve for Taxiway, Turning Radius of a vehicle refers to the minimum diameter of available space required for that vehicle to make a circular turn. Radius of Curve for Taxiway is denoted by RTaxiway symbol.

How to evaluate Turning Radius using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Turning Radius, enter Turning Speed of Aircraft (VTurning Speed) & Coefficient of Friction Friction) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Turning Radius

What is the formula to find Turning Radius?
The formula of Turning Radius is expressed as Radius of Curve for Taxiway = (Turning Speed of Aircraft^2)/(125*Coefficient of Friction). Here is an example- 7.716049 = (13.8888888888889^2)/(125*0.2).
How to calculate Turning Radius?
With Turning Speed of Aircraft (VTurning Speed) & Coefficient of Friction Friction) we can find Turning Radius using the formula - Radius of Curve for Taxiway = (Turning Speed of Aircraft^2)/(125*Coefficient of Friction).
What are the other ways to Calculate Radius of Curve for Taxiway?
Here are the different ways to Calculate Radius of Curve for Taxiway-
  • Radius of Curve for Taxiway=(0.388*Wheelbase^2)/((0.5*Taxiway Width)-Distance between Midway Points)OpenImg
  • Radius of Curve for Taxiway=(180*Length of Entrance Curve)/(pi*Deflection Angle of Entrance Curve)OpenImg
  • Radius of Curve for Taxiway=(Turning Speed of Aircraft/4.1120)^2OpenImg
Can the Turning Radius be negative?
Yes, the Turning Radius, measured in Length can be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Turning Radius?
Turning Radius is usually measured using the Meter[m] for Length. Millimeter[m], Kilometer[m], Decimeter[m] are the few other units in which Turning Radius can be measured.
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