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Download Solution PDFWhich of the following methods is used for designing a turnout taking off from a staright railway track?
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Designing a Turnout from a Straight Railway Track
- A turnout is a mechanical installation enabling railway trains to be guided from one track to another, such as at a railway junction. The design of turnouts involves careful consideration of the alignment and geometry to ensure smooth and safe transitions.
- Various methods can be used for designing railway turnouts, each with specific applications and suitability based on the requirements of the track alignment and conditions.
Evaluating the Methods:
Westergaard's Method:
- Westergaard's method is primarily used for analyzing stresses in concrete pavements, not for designing railway turnouts.
Coulomb's Method:
- Coulomb's method is used for analyzing earth pressure and designing retaining walls, not for railway turnouts.
Coles Method:
- Coles method is a specific technique used in the design of railway turnouts, especially for calculating the geometry and alignment of the turnout from a straight track.
- This method takes into account the various parameters and requirements to ensure a smooth transition from the main line to the diverging track.
Rankine's Method:
- Rankine's method is also used for analyzing earth pressures and designing retaining walls, not for railway turnouts.
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