5.1.2. Components of a Total Station

Try these first

1. 1.

   What does the electronic theodolite measure?

   Hint

   Think about what types of measurements are angles.

2. 2.

   What is the purpose of the battery pack in a Total Station?

   Hint

   Consider what happens if the power supply is disrupted.

3. 3.

   What does the electronic theodolite measure?

   • Only distance
   • Only angles
   • Angles and distances

   Hint

   Focus on the primary function of a theodolite.

4. 4.

   True or False: The EDM component is responsible for measuring angles.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider what 'EDM' stands for.

5. 5.

   If a Total Station is set up incorrectly and is 2 degrees off-level, how would that impact a distance measurement taken at 500 meters? Calculate the potential horizontal error.

   Hint

   Consider the trigonometric functions relating to angles and distances.

6. 6.

   How would you explain the significance of using a battery pack in a Total Station during field surveys?Provide specific scenarios where battery failure could lead to the loss of critical data.

   Hint

   Think about surveying in harsh environments and what reliance on electricity means to your equipment.