EX1: The perpendicular distance between parallel tangents of the reverse curve is 35 m. The back tangent has an azimuth of 270° while the common tangent is 300°. If the radius of the first curve is 160 m, determine the radius of the 2nd curve.

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EX1: The perpendicular distance between
parallel tangents of the reverse curve is 35 m.
The back tangent has an azimuth of 270° while
the common tangent is 300°. If the radius of the
first curve is 160 m, determine the radius of the
2nd curve.
Transcribed Image Text:EX1: The perpendicular distance between parallel tangents of the reverse curve is 35 m. The back tangent has an azimuth of 270° while the common tangent is 300°. If the radius of the first curve is 160 m, determine the radius of the 2nd curve.
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