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TRANSPORTATION
ENGINEERING
Universities Press
Railways, Airports, Docks & Harbours
R Srinivasa Kumar
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Contents
Preface ix Acknowledgements x
1 Introduction to Railway Engineering 1
1.1 Introduction 1
1.2 Classification of Routes 1
2 Components of a Permanent Way 4
2.1 Introduction 4
2.2 Rails 6
2.2.1 Function of Rails 6
2.2.2 Types of Rails 6
2.2.3 Brand Mark on Rails 8
2.3 Coning of Wheels 8
2.4 Creep of Rails 8
2.4.1 Effects of Creep 9
2.4.2 Theories Related to Creep 9
2.4.3 Measurement of Creep 11
2.4.4 Correction of Creep 11
2.4.5 Measures to Reduce Creep 11
2.5 Rail Joints 12
2.6 Wear of Rails on Curves 142.7 Cutting of Rails on Curves 14
2.8 Bending of Rails on Curves 14
2.9 Welding of Rails 15
2.10 Sleepers 16
2.10.1 Functions of Sleepers 16
2.10.2 Types of Sleepers 17
2.10.3 Sleeper Density 25
2.10.4 Aging of Sleepers 25
2.11 Rail Fastenings 26
2.12 Ballast 302.12.1 Types of Ballast 30
2.12.2 Geometric Parameters of Ballast 32
2.13 Formation 33
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3 Geometric Design of a Railway Track 353.1 Introduction 35
3.2 Gradients 35
3.3 Compensation of Grade on Horizontal Curves 37
3.4 Horizontal Curves 37
3.4.1 Extra Clearance on Curves for High Speed Routes 40
3.4.2 Cant and Related Terminology 40
3.4.3 Determination of Cant or Superelevation 41
3.4.4 Transition Curve 44
3.4.5 Safe Speed on Horizontal Railway Curves 45
3.4.6 Length of a Transition Curve 463.4.7 Elements of a Transition Curve 48
3.4.8 Length of Transition Connecting Two Circular Curves of a Compound Curve 53
3.4.9 Length of Transition Connecting Two Circular Curves of a Reverse Curve 53
3.5 Vertical Curves 54
3.5.1 Types of Vertical Curves 54
4 Points and Crossings of Railway Tracks 57
4.1 Points and Crossing (Turnouts) 57
4.2 Terminology 58
4.3 Essential Requirements of a Good Crossing 61
4.4 Types of Crossings 61
4.5 Design of Turnout Components 66
5 Signalling and Interlocking of Railway Tracks 73
5.1 Introduction to Signalling 73
5.2 Objectives of Signalling 74
5.3 Classification of Signals 75
5.4 Classification of Stations 79
5.5 Quadrant Aspect of a Semaphore Signal 80
5.5.1 Two Aspect Signalling (TAS) 80
5.5.2 Multiple Aspect Signalling (MAS) 815.6 Signalling Systems 84
5.6.1 Mechanical Signalling System 84
5.6.2 Electrical Signalling System 87
5.7 System for Controlling Train Movement 87
5.8 Interlocking 91
5.8.1 Fundamental Principles of Interlocking 92
5.8.2 Types of Interlocking 92
5.9 Modern Signalling Installations 95
6 Introduction to Airport Planning and Design 1006.1 Introduction 100
6.2 The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) 100
6.3 The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) 101
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6.4 Civil Aviation Safety Administration (CASA) 1026.5 Airports Authority of India (AAI) 102
6.6 Airport Master Plan 103
6.7 Airport Site Selection 105
6.7.1 Concept of Zoning Laws 109
6.8 Terminology 110
6.9 Aircraft Characteristics Affecting Design of Airport 117
6.9.1 Size of Airplane/Aircraft 117
6.9.2 Length of Aircraft 118
6.9.3 Wing Span 118
6.9.4 Wheel Base 1186.9.5 Gear Tread or Wheel Track or Landing Wheel Track or Landing Wheel Gear 118
6.9.6 Landing Gear Tread 118
6.9.7 Minimum Turning Radius 119
6.9.8 Weight of Aircraft or Maximum Structural Take-offWeight (MSTOW) 120
6.9.9 Combined Effect of Aircraft Movement 120
6.9.10 Landing Gear Tread versus Gross Weight 122
6.9.11 Ground Speed or Cruising Speed 122
6.9.12 Air Speed 122
6.9.13 Jet Blast 122
6.9.14 Surface Friction of Runway 122
6.9.15 Summary 124
7 Classification of Airports 127
7.1 Airports Categorisation 127
7.2 Categorisation of Airports by FAA 127
7.3 Airport Classification Based on Operational Characteristics 128
7.3.1 Classification of Airports by FAA 128
7.3.2 Classification of Aerodromes by ICAO 129
7.4 Concluding Remarks 130
8 Orientation of Runways 1318.1 Introduction 131
8.1.1 Atmospheric Conditions Affecting Planning and Orientation of Runways 131
8.2 Configurations of Runways 133
8.2.1 Designation of Runways 135
8.3 Wind Rose Diagrams 135
9 Design of Runway Length 145
9.1 Introduction 145
9.2 Estimation of Design Runway Length by FAA (AC 150/5325-4B, 2005) 145
9.3 Estimation of Design Runway Length by ICAO (Part 1, Doc 9157, AN/901, 2006) 154
10 Geometric Components of the Runway and Taxiway System 163
10.1 Basic Components of a Runway 163
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10.2 Declared Distances Associated with a Runway (ICAO 2006; CASA 2012) 16310.3 Geometric Parameters of Runway and Taxiway 165
10.3.1 Runway 165
10.3.2 Taxiway 169
10.4 Instrument Landing System (ILS) 171
11 Airport Visual Aids 174
11.1 Introduction 174
11.2 Runway Markings 174
11.3 Taxiway Markings 177
11.4 Airport Signs 179
11.5 Approach Lighting System (ALS) 186
11.6 Other Lighting Systems 193
12 Airport Terminal Area and Air Traffic Control System 196
12.1 Terminal Area 196
12.2 Components of a Terminal Building 197
12.3 Air Traffic Control (ATC) 197
13 Design of Runway Pavements 202
13.1 Introduction 202
13.2 Structural Functions of Pavements 20213.3 Types of Pavements 203
13.3.1 Flexible Pavements 204
13.3.2 Rigid Pavements 204
13.3.3 Composite Pavements 206
13.4 Design Factors 208
13.4.1 Distribution of Aircraft Load on to the Pavement 208
13.4.2 Equivalent Single Wheel Load (ESWL) 208
13.4.3 Sub-grade Strength 210
13.4.4 Pavement Material Characteristics 210
13.4.5 Other Factors 21113.5 Overview on Airport Pavement Design Methods 212
13.6 Design Methods for Flexible Pavements 213
13.6.1 Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) System or US Army Corps Methods
(UFC, 2001) 213
13.6.2 FAA Design Method (FAA AC 150/5320-6E on
Airfield Pavement Design and Evaluation) 217
13.7 Design Methods for Rigid Pavements 219
13.7.1 Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) System Based on Westergaards
Stress Model (UFC 2001) 220
13.7.2 Portland Cement Association (PCA) Method 22313.7.3 Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Method 225
14 ACNPCN System of Rating Aerodrome Pavements 228
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14.1 Introduction (ICAO 1989) 22814.2 Overview on Mathematical Models 230
14.3 Determination of ACN of an Aircraft 230
14.4 Uses of ACNPCN Aerodrome Rating System 233
14.5 Overloading Operations 233
15 Airport Pavement Drainage Systems 235
15.1 Introduction 235
15.1.1 Influence of Moisture Fluctuations during Different Seasons 235
15.1.2 Frost Action 237
15.2 Drainage Considerations 238
15.3 Design Details of Surface Drainage System 23815.3.1 Estimation of Design Run-off 239
15.3.2 Hydraulic Design 242
15.3.3 Types of Curb Channels and Gutter Channels 245
15.3.4 Design of Curb Channel or Gutter Channel 246
15.4 Design of Sub-surface Drainage System 251
15.4.1 Sources of Sub-surface Water 252
15.4.2 Estimation of Quantity of Sub-surface Water to be Drained-off 252
15.4.3 Estimation of Quantity of Sub-surface Water due to Infiltration (Qi) 252
15.4.4 Determination of Coefficient of Permeability 254
15.4.5 General Design Criteria on Drainage Layer 25615.4.6 Edge Drain or Longitudinal Collector Drain or Draw Down Drain 258
15.4.7 Perforation Criteria of a Longitudinal Drain Pipe 259
16 Failures and Evaluation of Airport Pavements 263
16.1 Introdution 263
16.2 Airfield Pavement Failures 263
16.2.1 Categorisation of Distresses in Asphalt Concrete Pavement 263
16.2.2 Categorisation of Distresses in Cement Concrete Pavement 263
16.2.3 Identification, Causes and Measurement of Distresses 264
16.3 Technical Evaluation and Strengthening of Airfield Pavements 265
16.4 Structural Evaluation of Runway Pavements 26616.4.1 Structural Evaluation of Runway/Taxiway Pavement by
Testing with Heavy Weight Deflectometer (HWD) 268
16.5 Runway Pavement Condition Surveys 271
16.5.1 Concept of Pavement Condition Index (PCI) 271
16.6 Measurement of IRI Based on Quarter Car Model 273
16.7 Introduction to Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) 275
16.8 Frictional Evaluation of Runway Pavement Surface 276
16.8.1 Introduction to Pavement Surface Friction 276
16.8.2 Friction Indices 277
16.8.3 Types of friction 27816.8.4 Skid Resistance/Friction Measurement Methods 280
16.9 Runway Surface Friction Models 280
16.9.1 Rado IFI Model 281
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16.9.2 Canadian Runway Friction Index (CRFI) 28216.9.3 International Runway Friction Index (IRFI) 283
17 Maintenance of Airport Pavements 286
17.1 Introduction 286
17.2 Maintenance and Rehabilitation of Airfield Pavements 286
17.2.1 Interpretation of a Condition Rating 286
17.2.2 Structural Overlay with Reference to HWD Test Results 287
17.2.3 Surface Texturing Practices to Improve Skid Resistance 287
17.3 Maintenance and Rehabilitation Alternatives for Flexible Pavements 289
17.4 Maintenance and Rehabilitation Alternatives for Rigid Pavements 293
18 Planning and Layout of Docks and Harbours 296
18.1 Introduction 296
18.2 Harbours 296
18.2.1 Harbour planning principles 296
18.2.2 Terminology 297
18.2.3 Layout of a harbour 297
18.2.4 Classification of harbours 298
18.3 Ports 299
18.3.1 Requirements of a Good Port 300
18.3.2 Classification of Ports 300
18.3.3 Port Terminals 301
18.4 Docks 301
18.4.1 Classification of Docks 301
18.5 Transit Sheds and Warehouses 302
19 Construction and Maintenance of Docks and Harbours 305
19.1 Introduction 305
19.2 Construction of Quay Walls 305
19.3 Construction of Breakwaters 306
19.4 Tides and the Tidal Data Analysis 311
19.4.1 Types of Tides 312
19.4.2 Tidal Theories 312
19.4.3 Tidal Data Analysis 313
19.4.4 Applications of Tidal Data Analysis 314
19.5 Dredging 314
19.6 Maintenance of Ports and Harbours 315
19.7 Navigational Aids 316
19.7.1 Short Range Navigational Aids 316
19.7.2 Long Range Navigational Aids 321
Index 332
Appendix 337
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Components of a Permanent Way
2.1 Introduction
The structure of a railway track comprising rails fitted on sleepers and resting on ballast and subgrade
is termed a permanent way. It is made up of the following components (Fig. 2.1).
Figure 2.1 Components of a permanent way; the dimensions pertain to single lane BG track
(a) Rails
(b) Sleepers
(c) Fixtures and fastenings
(d) Ballast
(e) Sub-grade
All the above components of the track are extremely important for the safe functioning of the rail-
ways, and care should be taken to install them correctly, using the correct components for each type of
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the travel, similar to what the wave motion theory states. The direction and amount of creep dependson the net results of backward and forward forces.
Percussion theory: According to this theory, creep occurs due to the impact of wheel loads at the
rail end at the joints (Fig. 2.7(c)). The repetitive wheel loads on the rail end presses the trailing rail
downwards and the impact of the load is felt on the end of the forward rail. As a result, battering
(bending down) of the rails at joint faces takes place. Such repetitive impact of rolling wheels in the
direction of its movement pushes the forward rail ahead and causes creep. The percussion effect can
be controlled/eliminated by using strong/firm fish bolts, replacing worn out fishplates/spring washers,
tight packing of ballast, narrowing of the wide expansion joints, reducing design speed with reduced
axle loads, particularly on steep downward gradients.
Figure 2.7 Theories on rail creep (schematic)
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Figure 3.5 Variation in wheel loads distribution on rails over curves
3.4.1 Extra Clearance on Curves for High Speed Routes
The Indian Railway Board has issued instructionsto be followed while increasing the speed over curves
of BG tracks (160 km/hr or 200 km/hr). Extra clearances between structures (if there are any) and
the adjacent tracks laid on curves for high speed routes (160 km/hr and 200 km/hr) are separately
prescribed as Annexure I and II of IRSD (2004).
3.4.2 Cant and Related Terminology
The following terminology is used to understand the basic concepts considered for geometric designof railway tracks (IRPWM 2004).
Cant or superelevation: It is the amount by which the outer rail is raised or depressed with reference
to the inner rail of the curved track. A positive cant is defined when the outer rail is raised above the
inner rail; conversely, a negative cant is defined when the inner rail of the curved track is raised above
the outer rail.
The maximum value of cant to be provided on a curved track depends on the drainage levels of
surrounding permanent structures and possible upgradation/increase of speed in the future. The maxi-
mum cant value that should be considered for BG route groups A, B and C is 165 mm and for BG route
groups D and E is 140 mm; for MG: 90100 mm and; for NG (762 mm): 6575mm (IRPWM 2004).
Equilibrium speed: It is the speed of the vehicle by which the centrifugal force developed by the
vehicle over the curved track is exactly balanced by the amount of cant provided. As a result, the pres-
sure distribution on both the rails will be equal (Fig. 3.5(b)). The amount of cant provided to obtain
this maximum speed for the designated curve is termed as equilibrium cant and is calculated by using
Eq. (3.9).
Equilibrium cant =
Gv2
gRc
(3.9)
Cant deficiency: When the speeds of vehicles travelling on the curved track are higher than the
equilibrium speed, the cant provided is not sufficient to balance the pressure distribution on the rails
(Fig. 3.5(a)). The difference between the cant required and the cant provided is called cant deficiency.The following relationship may be used to calculate the cant deficiency.
Cant deficiency=Theoretical required cant Actual cant provided. (3.10)
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Figure 3.8 A typical combined curve
where R1 and R2 are the radii of curvature at points 1 and 2 respectively. L1 and L2 are the lengths of
the transition curve corresponding to times t1 and t2. However, the above relationships do not satisfy
the given condition at the beginning point (or tangent point) of the transition curve.
Transition curves with spirals are preferred in railway alignments due to the following reasons.
Superelevation on the curved path can be increased at a uniform ratesame as the rate of de-
crease of radius of the transition curve.
Transition curves help to avoid the sudden impact of centrifugal force by providing smooth
change consistent with the vehicles path.
Centrifugal force is reciprocal to the change in alignment curvature. When the speed of the
vehicle is assumed to be constant, non-uniform change in the magnitude of the side pressure
takes place due to abrupt changes in curvature. The differential side pressure (or thrust) has a
detrimental effect on the surface of the rails as well as the vehicle performance. In such alignment
of track with abrupt changes, transition curves should be inserted suitably.
Transition curves facilitate gradual change in turning angle of steering wheels.
They provide safe and comfortable travel on the curve even at high speeds.
Transition curves can be inserted in the alignment of railways between:
(i) Two straight parts of an alignment.
(ii) Circular curves aligned in the same and opposite directions having the same or different radii.
(iii) The alignment of a straight part and a circular curve.
3.4.5 Safe Speed on Horizontal Railway Curves
The safe maximum permissible speed on curves with different categories is determined by using the
following formulas as recommended by the India Railway Board (IRPWM 2004):
Fully transitioned curves
For BG : V =0.27R(Ca + Cd) (3.14)
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3.5 Vertical CurvesVertical curves should be provided at the junction of two grades when the algebraic difference between
the grades 4 mm per metre or 0.4%. The minimum radius of vertical curve provided for a BG rack
is 4000 m for group A, 3000 m for group B, and for other groups, including all routes of MG track, it
is 2500 m (IRPWM 2004).
3.5.1 Types of Vertical Curves
Based on the nature and intensity of the steepness of adjacent grade lines, different types of vertical
curves are formed (Fig. 3.11). They are (i) summit (or crest) curves and (ii) sag (or valley) curves. The
intersection point of adjacent grade lines is termed as the vertical point of intersection (I). When the
elevation (or reduced level, RL) of point I is higher than or equal to any point on the vertical curve, it
is called a summit curve. When elevation of point I is lower than or equal to any point on the vertical
curve, the curve is called a sag curve.
The point of curvature (which is at the curve beginning) and the point of tangency (which is at the
curve end point) are termed asT1 andT2respectively. The positive and negative signs of the gradient
(g%) indicate upward and downward slopes of the ground respectively. G is the angle of deviation of
adjacent grade lines which is equal to the algebraic difference of tangent grades |g2 g1 |and its value
is expressed in decimal form. The above notations are used in Fig. 3.11.
Figure 3.11 Possible cases of forming vertical railway curves based on adjacent grade lines
Details of calculations of a model curve is presented in the Appendix.
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Points and Crossings ofRailway Tracks
4.1 Points and Crossing (Turnouts)
Points and crossings are used to help trains transit smoothly from one track to another. The direction of
crossing of these two tracks may be parallel or diverging or converging. As the wheels of the trains aremade with inside flanges, they need to be driven properly at these track junctions. Points, also termed
as switches, are used to divert the vehicle from one track to the other; the gaps between the rails allow
smooth crossing of the flanged wheels from one track to the other. A complete set of track components
including points and crossings with lead rails is called a turnout (Figures 4.1 and 4.2).
Figure 4.1 Basic components of a right-hand turnout (or a switch)
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Figure 4.14 Scissors crossing (Courtesy: South Central Railway)
left-hand spring crossing. The movable wing rail is anchored at the heel of the crossing. The fishplate
fixed at the heel of the movable wing rail is bent to permit free movement of the wing rail.
Mixed gauge turnoutMixed gauge turnouts have a common rail between the tracks and may form such turnouts withdifferent
combinations of rail sections, crossing angles and gauge tracks.
Double turnoutsDouble turnouts (or tandems) are designed sparsely on tracks which are located in congested yards.
As its essential feature, one turnout falls within the lead curve of another turnout. The adequacy of thedistance between the actual toe of the switch of one turnout behind the other depends on the ease of
divergence for the throw of the trailing switch rails. Based on the type of acute angle crossing formed
by the intersection of the gauge lines of the outer rails, these turnouts are formed with contraryflexure
and similar flexure.
4.5 Design of Turnout Components
The turnout may be laid with any one of the following geometry of switches:
(i) Straight switch (Fig. 4.15) (These are most widely in use on Indian Railways),(ii) Partially curved switch (Fig. 4.16) and
(iii) Fully curved switch (Fig. 4.17(a) and (b)).
The fully curved switch may further be laid with any one of the following type of geometry:
Non-intersecting curved switch (Fig. 4.17(a)),
Intersecting curved switch and (Fig. 4.17(b)) and
Tangential curved switch (Fig. 4.17(c)).
Determination of length of lead (L) and radius (R) of turnout are the most important componentsconsidered while designing turnouts. The values ofL and R of the turnout with any one of the above
combinations (Figures 4.154.17) can be calculated by using the formulae recommended by the In-
dian Railway Standard Track Manual. The values of straight length along the rail measured from the
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train is further continuing its journey. Such rule with Intermediate Block Post is also applicable in thiscategory. For example, Class C stations are formed where bock sections are divided into two parts.
Class D stations: These are non-block stations. Class D stations are stopping places which are situated
between two consecutive block stations; they do not form the boundary of any block section. These
stations are used only as halt stations without signals.
5.5 Quadrant Aspect of a Semaphore Signal
The movement of a semaphore arm from position 1 through position 3 is called the upper quadrant
system (UQS) and its movement from position 3 to position 4 is called the lower quadrant system
(LQS) (Fig. 5.7). Two aspect signalling (TAS) is adopted in the lower quadrant (LQ) and multipleaspect signalling (MAS) is adopted in the upper quadrant (UQ). The signals categorised in each case
are briefly explained below.
Figure 5.7 Positioning of semaphore arm in vertical plane
5.5.1 Two Aspect Signalling (TAS)
Warner signalThis signal is used to provide advance information to drivers to overcome the problem of (a) low speed
operation of trains which stop at the stop signal ahead, and as the result, (b) reduction in number of
trains operated per day in a block section. The warner signal only warns, it does not stop the train there.
The combination of red light with thefi
sh-tailed semaphore arm mounted with an additional green lightON, distinguishes the warner signal (Fig. 5.8) from the stop signal (Fig. 5.6(a)). The colour lights of
the warner signal display the intended information to drivers during night time when the semaphore
arm is invisible. When both the green lights are ON (Fig. 5.8(b)), it indicates that the there is no need
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Figure 6.7 Primary forces acting on an airplane in flight
thrust. Bernoullis principle states that a fluid that flows faster over a surface will develop less pressure
on it than a fluid that flows more slowly. Based on this basic principle, the wings of airplanes are
designed as airfoils and maintain less air pressure on its top surface than underneath. This difference
in pressure across the wings-plane generates the lift force.
There are several types of geometric specifications pertaining to airports which depend on the physical
and technical characteristics of different type of aircrafts and their operational conditions. Aircraft
characteristics play a vital role in the geometric design of various components of airports. The follow-
ing are a few details that show the relationship between aircraft characteristics and component parts of
an airport.
Weight of aircraft: It depends on several parameters, conditions such as fuel level, pay load and crew
and operating conditions such as maximum allowable weight of aircraft intended for take-off, landing
and at rest.
Pay load: It is the actual load carried by an aircraft which produce revenue. This includes
weight of passengers, mails, goods/cargo and baggage. Such maximum loads may be consid-
ered as individual or combined and designated as the maximum structural payload (MSPL).
The carrying capacity of commercial airlines may vary between 35 and 800 seats in case of lo-
cal/regional airlines and major airlines, respectively. The MSPL will be less in case of passenger
carrying aircraft than cargo aircrafts since the space occupied by a passenger is more than the
space occupied by cargo/goods. This weight is considered as crucial; and is normally used to
design aircrafts based on the aircrafts purpose of usage. Technological developments in air-
crafts physical design and their operational capabilities have made it necessary to make changes
in the conventional procedure of planning and specifications of pavements, airport airfield and
the terminal areas.
Operating empty weight (OEW): It is the lightest weight of aircraft. It consists of the weight of
its basic body and crew but does not include fuel and pay load.
Maximum gross take-offweight (MGTOW): It is the maximum weight authorised for take-off. It
includes the weight of the (i) basic OEW, (ii) fuel required for trip and reserve and (iii) payload;
the weight of fuel consumed during taxiing and for any ground manoeuvres is excluded.
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Figure 6.11 Component parts of airplane
6.9.2 Length of Aircraft
As the length of the aircraft increases, the distance between the main landing gear and the pilots
eye also increases. This will result in requirement of a larger turn fillet and turn radius and spacing
between adjacent taxiways. As an example, the length of aircrafts may vary between 23 feet 9 inches
for a PA28-Archer (of Piper), a piston and turbo-prop engine aircraft and 239 feet 3 inches in case of
an A-380 (of Airbus) jet aircraft.
6.9.3 Wing Span
This length is designed capable to lift and drag flight loads. In most airplanes, fuel tanks are situated
in the wings. The length including wing span and fuselage dictates the minimum required (i) width
of runway, taxiway and size of parking aprons, (ii) spacing between such adjacent pavements (i.e.,
runwaytaxiway and taxiwaytaxiway), and (iii) turning radius of large aircraft. As an example, the wing
span may vary between 33 feet 6 inches for Eclipse 500 (of Eclipse), a very light jet aircraft and 239
feet 3 inches in case of A-380 (of Airbus) jet aircraft. A study reveals that the width between the outer
to outer spread of the main landing gear may vary between 15 and 27% of the wing span (IIWG 2007).
6.9.4 Wheel Base
As an example, the length of aircrafts may vary between 41 feet 5 inches for A-320-200 (of Airbus), a
narrow body jet aircraft and 99 feet 8 inches in case of A-380 (of Airbus) jet aircraft.
6.9.5 Gear Tread or Wheel Track or Landing Wheel Track or Landing WheelGear
As the fuselage height decreases, the width of the landing gear decreases. The width of the landing gear
is also interdependent on fuselage cross-section (IIWG, 2007). As an example, the length of aircrafts
may vary between 16 feet 8 inches for MD-87 or MD-90-30 (of McDonnell-Douglas), a narrow body
jet aircraft and 46 feet 11 inches in case of A-380 (of Airbus) jet aircraft.
6.9.6 Landing Gear Tread
The landing gear system supports the entire weight of an airplane during ground operations and land-
ing. The wheel system is attached to the primary frame of the airplane and the type of gear system
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by the nose gear offset outward of the centre line of the taxiway curve (Fig. 6.14). The former case ismost generally adopted by pilots and it requires a small fillet but in the latter case, the size offillet/area
requirement will be more because the path traced by the nose gear will be away from the centre line of
the taxiway curve.
6.9.10 Landing Gear Tread versus Gross Weight
The width of the landing gear tread will increase with increase of gross weight. Subsequently, wind
span increases. This increase in width of landing gear tread will dictate the minimum required width
of runway and taxiway, and their fillet radii (IIWG 2007).
6.9.11 Ground Speed or Cruising SpeedIt is the relative velocity of the aircraft with reference to the ground, when the aircraft is operated in air
at its maximum speed (Fig. 6.15).
Figure 6.15 Calculation of ground speed with reference to air speed of aircraft and wind speed
6.9.12 Air SpeedIt is the relative speed of aircraft with respect to the speed of wind.
6.9.13 Jet Blast
High speed jets aeroplanes are prone to eject hot (up to 1300C) exhaust gases at velocity up to 200
km/h. Deflectors are used to dissipate them (Figs 6.16 and 6.17).
6.9.14 Surface Friction of Runway
The runway surface should have minimum frictional resistance to stop a landed aircraft at a minimum
distance. This parameter is considered as a crucial safety measure during wet and snow climates.Runway surface is provided with tinning to obtain a standard range of frictional resistance. The tinned
surface can also eliminate the possibility of occurrence of hydroplaning (loss of steering or brake
control when a layer of water prevents direct contact between the wheels and the runway) during
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Figure 8.6 Example problem: Wind rose diagram-II with additional runway
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Geometric Components of theRunway and Taxiway System
10.1 Basic Components of a Runway
The runway system comprises structural pavement of runway and the associated components such as
runway shoulders, blast pad, runway strips, runway thresholds, runway end safety areas, clearway and
stopway. These components are briefly defined and their applicable standards discussed below.
Runway thresholds: These are the markings painted across the width of the runway that denote the
beginning and end of the designated spaces for take-offand landing under specified conditions.
Clearway: It is an obstruction free paved rectangular surface abutting the end of a runway within
which an aeroplane takes offto an initial climb of 35 ft (10.7 m) above the surface at its end (CASA
2012). The length of clearway cannot exceed half the length of the take-offrun available on the runway
(ICAI 2006; CASA 2012).
Stopway: A stopway may be optionally provided at the end of a runway on which an aeroplane may
be stopped in case of an aborted take-off. The width of a stopway must be as wide as the associated
runway width. The minimum length of the stopway must be provided as its other end finishes at least
60 m before the end of the runway strip. The stopway may be provided with an asphalt surface and
surface frictions similar to the associated runway surface friction. The bearing strength of the stopway
pavement should be able to support at least one single pass of the critical aircraft without causing
structural damage to the aircraft. Slope and slope change along the stopway should be the same as that
of its abutting runway but in no case should it exceed 0.8% for thefirst and last quarter of the length of
the runway (CASA 2012).
10.2 Declared Distances Associated with a Runway
(ICAO 2006; CASA 2012)
Declared distances represent operational distances to a pilot for landing, take-off
or safely abortingtake-off. These distances indicate the runway adequacy for different operations of aircrafts. They are a
combination of the runway, clearway if provided and any stopway (Fig. 10.1). Declared distances can
be calculated for each runway direction in the following manner.
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Table 10.8 Minimum standard sight distance on taxiway (CASA 2012; Courtesy of Civil Aviation SafetyAuthority, www.comlaw.gov.au)
Code letter Minimum line of sight
A 150 m from 1.5 m above taxiway
B 200 m from 2 m above taxiway
C, D, E or F 300 m from 3 m above taxiway
10.4 Instrument Landing System (ILS)
An instrument runway is equipped with radio beam facility through which reference, landing can be
made by an instrument landing system (ILS).
The ILS is a standard sequential procedure based method used for navigation of aircrafts on to an
instrumental approach landing runway (Fig. 10.6). It was accepted by the ICAO in 1947. It provides
the horizontal and vertical guidance necessary for accurate landing during limited and reduced visibility
condition by adopting instrument flight rules (IFR). This accurate landing approach is a standardised
procedure. It permits descend of flight on to a runway by using navigation equipments which are
located on the ground in coaxial with the trajectory. It relays instant information about the angle of
descent to the point of touch down. However, the ILS equipment does not provide instant information
to the pilot about the distance to the point of touch down.
Figure 10.6 Basic components of an instrument landing system, ILS (Schematic)
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Airport Visual Aids11.1 Introduction
The visual aids used in association with the runway system may be broadly categorised into runaway
markings, taxiway markings, airport signs and the approach lighting system (www.faa.gov.in; Trani
2003).
11.2 Runway Markings
The markings for runways and the landing area of the general heliport are generally white. Red colour
marking is provided on heliports located in hospital premises. There are six basic types of (FAA AC
150/5340-1H; FAA AC 150/5340-18F; www.pilotfriend.com and airlinebrats.com) runway markings.
Runway centre line: The centre line of a runway can be identified by uniformly spaced stripes which
are marked along the centre of the runway (Fig. 11.1). These markings provide guidance to pilots
during landing and take-offoperations.
Runway designation markings: Designation of the runway is marked across its width. This mark-
ing indicates the centre lines magnetic azimuth and includes a symbol applicable in case of parallel
runways, if they exist (Fig. 11.1).
Figure 11.1 Runway markings (A schematic diagram)
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Figure 11.20 Different types of rotating beacons used in airports (Courtesy of Hali-BriteInc. www.halibrite.com)
Aerodrome beacon: A rotating beacon is installed at an airport or aerodrome on an elevated tower to
indicate its location to the pilots from the air, at night. The beacon produces flashes of colour lights at
24 to 45 rpm. Beacon visibility extends up to 64 km (at 400,000 to 190,000 candlepower). Beacons
come in any combination of clear, green, red and amber colour filters to meet required specifications
(Fig. 11.20).
11.5 Approach Lighting System (ALS)
Approach lights provide navigational guidance to the runway in the vertical and lateral plane with
relation to height perception, roll guidance and horizontal reference. The ALS plays a critical role
during the transition from instrumentflight to visual flight for landing. They are very important during
inclement weather and low visibility operations in the airport. In such cases, the approach lights
facilitates continuing the approach to 100 ft above the runway, at which point, the geometry of the
runway can be seen clearly (Fig. 11.21).
Several types of approach lighting systems are available in airports in the US and a few commonly
used systems are listed below (FAA, 2010; www.flightlight.com; www.rainierflightservice.com/blog/can-
i-descend;www.carmanah.com; www.honeywell.com):
High intensity runway lighting system (HIRL):Examples include ALSF I and II, and short ap-
proach lighting system (SALS)/SALSF, high intensity with inner 1500 ft of ALSF I. Medium intensity approach lighting system (MALSR):MALSR with runway alignment indicator
lights is used during instrument landing approach for aligning aircrafts with the centre line of
the runway. The MALSR use up to 63 steady burning lights to create a reference plane and up
to 8 lights to create a sequential strobing flash pattern light that rolls towards the runway thresh-
old. Three intensity settings are used under changing weather conditions. Examples include
MALD/MASLF, MALSF.
The above ALS and their associated lighting system with the runway are briefly described below.
ALSF I and ALSF II: These are single and three intensity lighting systems (Range: 2,400 ft (426.72
m)). Approach lighting system with sequencedfl
ash lights (ALSF) I and II is used for Category I andII runways, respectively. These systems are useful during instrument landing approach (ILA) to align
the aircrafts with the runway centre line and to establish its vertical orientation. Up to 21 white lights
create a sequential strobing flash pattern that rolls towards the threshold end of the runway in use.
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Figure 13.7 Equivalent single wheel load (ESWL) by equal stress concept (Based on Boyd and Foster 1950)
The ESWL for a single wheelsingle angle axle assembly (Fig. 13.7) on a flexible pavement can be
calculated from the following formula:
log10ESWL=log10 P +
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z
d/2
log10
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d/2
, (13.1)
where,
P = Wheel load Axle load/4,
s = Centre-to-centre spacing between the two wheels= (d+ 2a),
d= Clear distance between the two wheels= (s 2a),
a = Radius of tyre contact area,
z= Desired depth.
The coordinates to plot the relationship between load versus depth of flexible pavement can be
calculated as (d/2,
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).In case of ESWL on flexible pavements due to dual tandem assembly, the coordinates can be cal-
culated as (d/2,P) and (2R, 4P), where R is the diagonal distance between the two wheels (Fig. 13.8).
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ACN
PCN System of RatingAerodrome Pavements
14.1 Introduction (ICAO 1989)
In 1981, the ICAO promulgated the ACNPCN method as the single universal system of rating aero-
drome pavements. This method determines the weight limitation of aircrafts operating on the pave-
ments by comparing the PCN (pavement classification number) with an ACN (aircraft classification
number). The ACNPCN system provides a universal standard of rating airplane/pavement compati-bility, replacing several such rating systems, including the load classification number (LCN).1
The ICAO Annex 14 of Volume 1 specifies that the bearing strength of an aerodrome pavement
which is intended to be used for aircrafts having mass (i.e., maximum takeoffweight, MTOW) greater
than 5700 kg should be rated based on the aircraft classification numberpavement classification num-
ber (ACNPCN) method (ICAO 1989). The ACNPCN method as specified by the ICAO (1989) is
explained in this chapter.
ACN: It is a number representing the relative damaging effect of an aircraft on a pavement for a spec-
ified standard sub-grade strength.
PCN: It is a number representing the bearing strength of a pavement for unrestricted operations by
aircraft, with ACN value the PCN. In other words, if the ACN PCN, the pavement can support theaircraft without weight restrictions.
The ACNPCN method of expressing standard format of numbering is presented in Fig. 14.1.
1* Load classification number (LCN): It is a system of classification of aerodrome pavements based on their supporting
capacity. It indicates the pavements ability to support loads due to ground operation of aircrafts without causing any cracking
or distresses. Plate load tests are conducted on the pavement and the ESWL of any aircraft is derived. The obtained number is
expressed as a single numberthe LCN. The ESWL concept has been briefly explained in Section 13.3.2. The factors affecting
LCN are listed as gear geometry, tyre pressure, composition and individual layer thicknesses of the pavement. If the LCN of the
runway pavement >LCN of an aircraft, the aircraft can be safely operated on that pavement, else its operation is restricted on
that runway pavement.
The LCN system was developed by ICAO in 1965. It does not discriminate between flexible and rigid pavements. The LCN
system of rating strength of runway pavements has become obsolete now, as theflexible and rigid pavements behave differently
under loading.
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Figure 15.6 Typical inlet grates
Suitability of different types of inlets Grate inlets effectively intercept water flowing in the gutter channel but there is a chance of
clogging due to debris.
Curb inlets are relatively free from clogging due to debris. They are preferred where (i) grates
placed in traffic lanes would cause reduction in the effective width of the lane and (ii) grates
would pose problems related to safety of pedestrians and cyclists.
Slotted drain pipe inlets are suitable along curved lengths adjacent to curbed or uncurbed sec-
tions. They offer little interference to traffic operation compared to grates. The clogging problem
remains the same as with grates.
Combination inlets and depressed combination inlets are more superior to the individual inlets.
Such inlets have greater interception capacity and avoid ponding of water on traffic lanes due to
clogged grates. Depressed inlets are suitable on sloped length of sag curves.
Bell mouth shaped inlets are more suitable where there is no longitudinal gradient available. In
such cases, curb channels on either side are kept inclined and the run-offwater is allowed to
enter into an RCC pipe of diameter 300 mm placed across the footpath at an interval of 10 to15 m or any other suitable interval dictated by nearby airport roads alignment. The intercepted
water is ultimately discharged into a roadside channel drain.
Inlet grates should be installed 2 to 3 cm above the lowest places on valley curves so that infil-
tration of silt can be averted.
15.3.4 Design of Curb Channel or Gutter Channel
The maximum depth offlow (d), spread of water on the pavement (Ts) and location of inlet grates along
the gutter channel, with sufficient infiltration capacity are usual criteria for deciding design adequacy of
gutter channels having any cross-section (Fig. 15.7). Provision for maximum allowable values ofdandTsare termed aspavement encroachment criteria. To determine the above parameters, rate offlow (i.e.,
discharge) in the gutter channel is essential and depends on the intensity of rainfall during the design
life, longitudinal gradient and surface characteristics of the catchment area. The design inflow into
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Maintenance of Airport Pavements17.1 Introduction
Airport pavement maintenance works are managed systematically for (a) assessing current condition
of pavements, (b) determining maintenance and rehabilitation needs and (c) prioritisation of the main-
tenance works of candidate pavements with reference to funding levels. For all these purposes, it is
essential to evaluate the airport pavements in terms of their distress or by any appropriate parameters
related to performance (WSDOT).
Airport pavement maintenance activities are briefly discussed in the following sections.
17.2 Maintenance and Rehabilitation of Airfield Pavements
17.2.1 Interpretation of a Condition Rating
The condition rating provides a rational basis for ranking the maintenance of member pavement sec-
tions considered according to their current condition index values with reference to its performance
curve (Fig. 17.1). In this process, the PCI (pavement condition index) can be used in the PMS (pave-
ment maintenance system) to provide a benchmark for comparing the relative condition of a group of
pavements in a road network. The PCI is primarily used to support pavement management initiatives
of federal, state and local government agencies. This will facilitate avoiding ambiguous conditionsparticularly during paucity of funding. Programming and long-term budgeting can be possible, with
reference to the list of such rankings. In addition, the index value assigned by the condition rating
provides an appropriate method of repair with suitable construction technology.
The condition index related with the condition rating provides a preliminary basic indication of the
type of repair work needed, suitable time and extent of maintenance (Fig. 17.1). Subsequently, long-
term and short-term maintenance activities with their schedule can be worked out under the frame work
of budgetary allocation and available resources. Ultimately, the condition rating concept can be used
to evolve innovative approaches to tackle complex combinations of maintenance needs for pavements
under distress conditions influenced by inconsistent parameters related to traffic, weather, drainage,
material characteristics and construction quality. The trend of performance curve which depends onthe rate of deterioration due to these factors will decide the timely management of several activities
specifically for cost effective maintenance. As a whole, the above concept of pavement maintenance
with reference to measured performance over a period of time is termed as PMS.
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Planning and Layout of Docksand Harbours
18.1 Introduction
In this chapter, we will discuss a few details and the required terminology which are essential for
understanding marine transportation and the maritime structures/components (AAPA).
18.2 HarboursA harbour or haven is a place on a coast where vessels (such as ships, large boats and large barges) may
find shelter, particularly against stormy weather, wind and high tides. The artificial structures which
offer such protection in harbours include piers, jetties or sea walls, and breakwaters.
18.2.1 Harbour planning principles
The following planning principles provide guidelines for related individuals and organisations to fa-
cilitate the sustainable planning, development, management and enhancement of harbour and harbour
front areas.
(a) The site selected should be safe from strong wings, strong waves; the shore must be strongenough to accommodate all required equipment installations at low principal and maintenance
costs.
(b) The main harbour components such as ports, docks, container stores, truck terminals and the
equipment associated with harbour activities should be situated accordingly so that their activi-
ties are not hindered due to their misplacement.
(c) The master plan of a harbour should accommodate all possible future needs of the forecasted
demand, specifically with reference to individual needs.
(d) The harbour must be protected and preserved for the use of economic and social purposes that
enhance the living standards of the people at the local and regional level.
(e) It should group tourism attractions in clusters while balancing the needs of other uses.
(f) Hinderland areas nearby should be integrated with the public waterfront through improved visual
landscape, cycle tracks and truck lanes.
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Construction and Maintenance of
Docks and Harbours
19.1 Introduction
In this chapter, we discuss construction of different component structures of docks and harbours. Their
maintenance activities are also explained.
The harbour structures explained below, each have their particular merits for a given set of condi-
tions and each require to be considered carefully within the evaluation process (Maine 1997).
19.2 Construction of Quay Walls
Quay walls are earth retaining structures which are used as berths for docking floating vessels and
transfer of goods. They also function as pathways between the transit shed/warehouse and structures
built offshore.
Quay walls are of various types. They are used for anchoring during halting (i.e., mooring purpose)
and berthing of any type of water vehicle such as ships, vessels, boats or barges. Quays are equipped
with different types of anchoring installations such as bollards (which are fixed on its floor and used
for anchoring ships), fenders (which are fixed on its vertical face and again used for anchoring ships),
cranes (which are used for lifting weights) and other equipment moving along the ship.The following types of quay walls can be built in a harbour/port based on the type of compo-
nents/materials used and the site condition.
Gravity or solid block quay walls: These are early conventional types of quays and their self weight is
designed as the water pressure retaining structure. The basic principle behind the design of the gravity
wall is to provide the structure such a heavy weight that its resultant weight and the other static and
dynamic forces acting on it disallow slide out or rotate or slip. These walls are suitable in areas where
the load bearing soil bed is strong enough to withstand the vertical loads. The durability of the walls
depends on the type of solid blocks used to build the quay wall. Conventionally, stone blocks were
used. In recent constructions, heavy weight concrete blocks have also been used.
Sheet piled quay walls: The sheet pile wall is a vertical beam which is loaded by water pressure and
soil pressure on either side. Sheet piled quays are suitable at coast lines with weak soil. The fixation
capacity of the piles in loose soil determines the stability of the quay during its operation and against
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