Speed Distance covered by vehicle in unit time is known as speed. Its units are miles/hour or km/hr. … [Read more...] about Definition of speed | Traffic volume and Traffic rate of flow
Definition of Sight distance | Stopping and passing sight distance
Sight distance The clear distance ahead of vehicle which is visible to the driver is known as sight distance. If suitable sight distance is not provided on the curves, then highway become accidential spot. … [Read more...] about Definition of Sight distance | Stopping and passing sight distance
Definition of Super Elevation | How we provide super elevation in the field ?
Super Elevation Whenever on roads, curve has to be made, outer edge of the road on the curve is raised as compared to the inner edge. This is known as super elevation. … [Read more...] about Definition of Super Elevation | How we provide super elevation in the field ?
Harmful effects of water logging and salinity
Harmful effects of water logging and salinity Harmful effects of waterlogging and salinity are caused by unthoughtful planning of irrigation system. With respect to water logging and salinity, there are following harmful effects: … [Read more...] about Harmful effects of water logging and salinity
Definition of salinity
Definition of salinity When the water table is close to the surface, and the water rises to or very close to the ground surface, evaporates … [Read more...] about Definition of salinity