TRANSPORTATION ENGINEERING –I (CE-404) - Important Questions

What do you mean by coning of wheels? Discuss its advantages with neat sketch.

What are the requirements of a good ballast? Discuss the different materials used as ballast and their comparative performance.

Define hauling capacity and tractive effort. Derive the formula for tractive effort and explain the factors affecting it.

Explain super elevation and with a neat sketch explain advantages of negative super elevation.

Define super elevation. Derive the formula for equilibrium cant and explain the concept of cant deficiency.

Explain the principles of signaling and interlocking and their role in safety and efficiency of train operation.

Explain economical span, clearance and afflux / back water and their factors / effects in bridge design.

Describe the procedure for estimating scour depth for a bridge foundation. Why is it critical for bridge safety?

Explain the design loads and forces acting on bridges including impact factor and the Indian loading standards for railway and highway bridges.

What are well foundations? Explain well sinking and the precautions to be taken while sinking of well.

What are cofferdams? Describe their types, construction methods and use in underwater bridge construction.

Explain the different methods and techniques used for strengthening of bridges and the reasons for strengthening.

What are tunnel shafts and pilot shafts? Describe their purpose, construction and design considerations for tunnel approaches.

Why is drainage important in tunnels? Describe the methods of drainage and ventilation in tunnels.

Describe important tunnels in India and abroad, including their significance and engineering features / challenges.

Explain how ground conditions affect tunnel construction methods and lining choice in soft soil, hard soil and rock.