Description : Describe the factors affecting visibility of road at night time.
Last Answer : Factors affecting visibility of road at night time are: i)Amount and distribution of light: The distribution should be downwards so that high percentage of light is utilized for illuminating the pavement ... : To perceive an object, the physical and mental condition of driver plays a vital role.
Description : Discuss the factors affecting selection of type of roadside trees.
Last Answer : Factors affecting selection of type of roadside trees are: i) Trees selected should be such that it provides a large and dense crown with beautiful and uniform shape. ii) Trees must be able to ... pattern etc. viii) Trees like Gulmohar, Ashoka can be planted for landscaping on highways.
Description : List out the traffic controlling devices.
Last Answer : The types of traffic controlling devices are as follows: i) Traffic signs or Road signs ii) Traffic markings or Road markings iii) Traffic signals iv) Traffic Islands
Description : Compare the fixed time signals with manually operated signals.
Last Answer : Fixed time signals Manually operated signals 1. These are pre-time signals which are set to repeat regularly a cycle of red, yellow and green lights. 1. These signals are those in which timings ... routes changes during the day. 4. Initial cost is high. 4. Less expensive.
Description : Explain with sketch: i) Rotary island ii) Channelizing island
Last Answer : a) Rotary Island: A traffic island constructed in the center of an intersection to force the movement of traffic in the clockwise direction is called Rotary Island. They are constructed ... shape of channelizing island will very much depend upon the layout and dimensions of the intersection.
Description : Discuss the legislation and law enforcement education in road accident studies.
Last Answer : Various Legislative Measures have been adopted like 1. Age limit of drivers 2. Penalties of fine on License for careless driving. 3. Enable Police to check the drivers for the drunkenness. ... for children. 4. Posters exhibiting serious results due to carelessness of road users can be useful.
Description : Discuss the method of spot speed studies on a road section
Last Answer : i) The simplest method of finding spot speed is by using endoscope. ii) The observer is stationed on one side of the road and starts a stopwatch when a vehicle crosses that section iii) An endoscope is ... of vehicles in that group on Y axis. This graph is called Speed distribution curve.
Description : Describe the procedure of traffic volume count on any road intersection. Also write the method of representation of traffic volume count data.
Last Answer : The procedure of traffic volume count can be done by any of the methods below: a) Manual counting b) Automatic recorders c) Moving car method a) Manual counting: In this method, the ... Volume flow diagrams at intersection iii) Variation charts iv) Traffic flow map v) Traffic trend charts
Description : Explain the method of recording and reporting of an accident.
Last Answer : There are three steps involved: I) Collection of Accident data II) Accident Report III) Accident Records I) Collection of Accident data: a) General: Date, Time, Persons involved in ... are most useful to compare the Accident pattern before & after the Remedial Measures have been taken.
Description : Describe the points to be considered for road safety.
Last Answer : Points to be considered for road safety are: 1) The road should be designed to proper standards, built to the correct specifications & maintained adequately. 2) The safe speed at which the ... to about 30%. 8) Channelization Islands Reduces the number of Collision points & hence promotes safety.
Description : Suggest the preventive measures to prevent road accidents.
Last Answer : Following measure/remedies are suggested to prevent road accidents: - Engineering Aids/Measures 1. By checking and Redesigning the Road geometrics, if necessary (sight distance, width of ... safety should be displayed - This knowledge should also be given to children, schools, parents
Description : Write the objectives of road arboriculture.
Last Answer : The objectives of road arboriculture are: i) To provide attractive landscape on the roadside. ii) To provide shades to the road user. iii) To interrupt the annoying sound waves and fumes from road ... We get fruit bearing trees and timber. viii) To decrease the impact of air pollution and dust.
Description : Enumerate the advantages and disadvantages of grade separated intersections
Last Answer : Advantages: i) Grade separated intersections provide maximum facility to the crossing traffic and avoid accident while crossing. ii) They provide increased safety for turning traffic. By introducing ... They may cause undesirable crests and sags in vertical alignment in flat or plain areas.
Description : Write the points to be considered while erecting road signs.
Last Answer : The points to be considered while erecting road signs are: i) The signs should be placed on the left hand side of the road. ii) Road sign should normally be placed at right angles to the pavement and ... of the sign adjacent to highway, should not be less than 60cm away from the edge of the kerb.
Description : Explain the uses of various carriage way markings.
Last Answer : The uses of various carriage way markings are: i) Center line marking: They are provided on two way roads to separate the streams of traffic moving in opposite direction. ii) Traffic ... the form of monument within the carriageway so as to prevent vehicles from colliding with the obstruction.
Description : Describe the necessity of origin and destination study.
Last Answer : Necessities of origin and destination study are: i) To judge the adequacy of existing routes and to use in planning new network of roads. ii) To plan transportation system and mass transit ... transport. viii) To establish design standards for the roads, bridges and culverts along the route.
Description : Classify the traffic markings.
Last Answer : Traffic markings are follows: 1. Carriageway marking or pavement marking 2. Kerb marking 3. Object marking 4. Reflector marking or unit marking
Description : Write the types of signals to be provided on road.
Last Answer : The types of traffic signals to be provided are: i) Traffic Control Signals: a) Fixed time signal b) Manually operated signal c) Traffic actuated signal ii) Pedestrian signal iii) Special traffic signal
Description : Give the purposes of traffic studies.
Last Answer : i) To collect the data about type and volume of traffic at present and to estimate the same that the road is expected to carry in near future. ii) To determine the existing facilities such as ... traffic survey relating to accidents. vii) To estimate the amount of road taxes that can be levied.
Description : Write the essential road characteristics to be considered in traffic engineering.
Last Answer : The essential road characteristics to be considered in traffic engineering are as follows: i) Gradient ii) Curve of road iii) Design speed iv) Friction between road and tyre surface
Description : Define Traffic engineering
Last Answer : The phase of highway engineering which deals with planning and geometrical design of Roads, streets, adjoining lands with traffic operations for safe convenient and economic transportation of persons and goods is called as Traffic Engineering.
Description : List out factors affecting proximity effect.
Last Answer : Factors affecting proximity effect: 1. Conductor size (diameter of conductor) 2. Frequency of supply current. 3. Distance between conductors. 4. Permeability of conductor material
Description : Define corrosion. List the factors affecting rate of corrosion.
Last Answer : Corrosion. Definition - Corrosion is the gradual deterioration or destruction of materials (usually metals and alloys) by chemical or electrochemical reactions with its environment. Corrosion is ... and cations present in the environment 7) Presence of suspended particles in the environment
Description : Define PCU and list four factors affecting passenger car unit.
Last Answer : Passenger car unit: - In order to convert the different vehicles classes to one class such as passenger car conversion factor, is known as passenger car unit. Factors affecting passenger car unit ... vehicle classes. 5) It depends upon the factors like regulations and control of traffic.
Description : List factors affecting moral hazard.
Last Answer : 1. Intention 2. Carelessness 3. Fraud claim 4. Multiple Insurance 5. Maintenance 6. Behavior 7. Negligence
Description : List any four factors affecting selection of surface finishing processes.
Last Answer : Following factors will affect the selection of surface finishing processes: 1. Material of component 2. Basic machining operation carried out on component 3. Dimensions of component 4. Final value (in µm) of machined surfaces 5. Application of machined surfaces
Description : List the two factors affecting on cost estimation.
Last Answer : Factors affecting cost estimation 1) Labor Wage Rates 2) Inflation Factor 3) Project Schedule 4) Quality of Plans & Specifications 5) Reputation of Engineer 6) Regulatory Requirements 7) Insurance Requirements 8) Size and Type of Project 9) Location 10) Contingency
Description : List eight factors affecting workability of concrete.
Last Answer : Factors affecting workability : 1. Water content (W/C ratio) 2. Mix proportions of concrete 3. Size of aggregate 4. Shape of aggregate 5. Surface texture of aggregate 6. Grading of aggregate 7. Use of admixtures 8. Method of mixing of concrete.
Description : List the factors affecting size of tunnel
Last Answer : i) Volume and type of traffic. ii) The size of clear opening required. iii) The thickness and allowance of lining. iv) Drainage facilities required.
Description : Explain two factors affecting the development of the cotton textile in India. -Geography
Last Answer : Two factors affecting the development of the cotton textile in India are : 1. Competition with synthetic textile. 2. Obsolete Machinery.
Description : Explain any five factors affecting the location of an industry. -SST 10th
Last Answer : Five factors that affect the location of an industry: 1. Raw material: Availability of raw material is very important for the location as it is one of the basic inputs required. 2. ... Market: A nearby market place makes it much easier to sell goods produced and reduces transportation cost.
Description : State any two factors affecting the economic viability of mineral reserves. -SST 10th
Last Answer : (i) The mineral content of the ore must be in sufficient concentration to make its extraction commercially viable. (ii) The type of formation or structure in which minerals are found determines the relative ease with which mineral ores may be mined. This also determines the cost of extraction.
Last Answer : The factors affecting the location of an industry: (i) Availability of raw material. (ii) Availability of cheap labour. (iii) Availability of capital and bank facilities. (iv) Availability ... . (v) Proximity to markets. (vi) Availability of adequate and swift means of transport.
Description : name the Factors affecting perspectives in communication -Other
Last Answer : Factors affecting Perspectives in Communication Factor How the factor can become a barrier Language In case of use of incorrect words, unfamiliar language and lack of detail, language can act as a ... thumb may mean ‘good job’ done for some people but may be insulting to others.
Description : What are the factors affecting the rate of diffusion? -Biology
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Description : Internal factors affecting the rate of respiration plants? -Biology
Description : Environmental factors affecting the rate of respiration. -Biology
Description : Factors affecting plant growth. -Biology
Description : Factors affecting health. -Biology
Description : Factors affecting vernalization. -Biology
Description : what are the factors affecting rates of transpiration???? -Biology
Description : What are the factors affecting evaporation? Explain how rate of evaporation affects by them. -Maths 9th
Last Answer : Factors That Affect the Rate of Evaporationtemperature of the liquid. A cup of hot water will evaporate more quickly than a cup of cold water.exposed surface area of the liquid. ...presence or ... substances in the liquid. ...air movement. ...concentration of the evaporating substance in the air.
Description : What are the factors affecting diffusion? -Maths 9th
Last Answer : FactorReasonThe concentration gradientThe greater the difference in concentration, the quicker the rate of diffusion.The temperatureThe higher the temperature, the more kinetic energy the particles will have, so they will move and mix more quickly.
Description : The plant or internal factors affecting photosynthesis are dependent on the (A)_____ and the (B)____ of the plant.
Last Answer : The plant or internal factors affecting photosynthesis are dependent on the (A)_____ and the (B)____ of the plant.
Description : Mention factors affecting adsorption of gas on solids.
Last Answer : Mention factors affecting adsorption of gas on solids.
Description : Factors affecting demand?
Last Answer : Economies
Description : What are the factors affecting viscosity?
Last Answer : Temperature, concentration, sometimes also internal fluid velocity. Moreover density, type of liquid, surface where it flows, viscous drag.
Description : Factors affecting enzyme activity: (A) Concentration (B) pH (C) Temperature (D) All of these
Last Answer : Answer : D