Track standards: switches, curvature, grades, etc.

From LdsigWiki

I. Why use standards in the first place?

II. Sources for track standards

1. NMRA Standards and Recommended Practices
2. Model railroad publications & periodicals

III. Application of standards to:

1. Curves
2. Turnouts
3. S-Curves
4. Track Centers
5. Vertical Clearance
6. Grades

IV. Desires & Realities (or what can I really accomplish?)

1. The dream
   1. Type of railroad Equipment
2. The awful truth
   1. Available space
   2. Budget
   3. Skills

Whatya think, too dry, not in depth enough, re-hash of available material, or sort of on target? All comments and remarks are much appreciated.

Lou Nigro