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This section includes 7 Mcqs, each offering curated multiple-choice questions to sharpen your Railway Engineering knowledge and support exam preparation. Choose a topic below to get started.
| 1. |
A per the prescribed value, what should be the maximum value of cant excess on Broad gauge? |
| A. | 65mm |
| B. | 75mm |
| C. | 92mm |
| D. | 100mm |
| Answer» C. 92mm | |
| 2. |
Which of the following is the correct formula for equilibrium superelevation in millimetres?a) e = GV2/254Rb) e = GV2/381Rc) e = GV2/127Rd) e = GV2/96R 7.The superelevation that is to be provided on a curve depends only on the maximum speed of the fastest train. |
| A. | e = GV2/254Rb) e = GV2/381Rc) e = GV2/127Rd) e = GV2/96R 7.The superelevation that is to be provided on a curve depends only on the maximum speed of the fastest train.a) True |
| B. | e = GV2/381R |
| C. | e = GV2/127R |
| D. | e = GV2/96R 7.The superelevation that is to be provided on a curve depends only on the maximum speed of the fastest train.a) Trueb) FalseView Answer |
| Answer» D. e = GV2/96R 7.The superelevation that is to be provided on a curve depends only on the maximum speed of the fastest train.a) Trueb) FalseView Answer | |
| 3. |
Which of the following occurs when train travels at a speed greater than equilibrium speed on a curve? |
| A. | Cant deficiency |
| B. | Cant excess |
| C. | Cant gradient |
| D. | Rate gradient |
| Answer» B. Cant excess | |
| 4. |
What should be done if maximum permissible speed is less than maximum sectional speed? |
| A. | More cant should be given |
| B. | Another Curve should be inserted |
| C. | Permanent speed restrictions should be implemented |
| D. | No alterations should be made |
| Answer» D. No alterations should be made | |
| 5. |
In case of equilibrium speed what is the angle between resultant of weight and radial acceleration and plane of rails? |
| A. | They are perpendicular |
| B. | Inclined at 45° |
| C. | Tangential |
| D. | Between 45° and 90° |
| Answer» B. Inclined at 45° | |
| 6. |
Which of the following is also known as another name of inner rail? |
| A. | Slope rail |
| B. | Fixed rail |
| C. | Gradient rail |
| D. | Cant rail |
| Answer» D. Cant rail | |
| 7. |
What is the definition of Superelevation? |
| A. | Difference in height between outer and inner rail |
| B. | Height difference from outer rail to centre of track |
| C. | Height difference from inner rail to centre of track |
| D. | Slope at which rail is laid |
| Answer» B. Height difference from outer rail to centre of track | |