5.1.1. Definition and Overview

Try these first

1. 1.

   What does a Total Station integrate?

   Hint

   Think about the primary components listed in the section.

2. 2.

   What is the purpose of the EDM?

   Hint

   Focus on its function related to measuring positions.

3. 3.

   What three functions does a Total Station combine?

   • Electronic Theodolite
   • Distance Measuring
   • Microprocessor
   • GPS
   • EDM
   • Computer
   • Theodolite
   • Analog Measurement
   • Sensor

   Hint

   Focus on the key components outlined.

4. 4.

   True or False: A Total Station can measure distances without a prism.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about the various features we've learned.

5. 5.

   Calculate the time it would take for a Total Station to measure a distance of 500 meters with a signal propagation speed of 300,000 kilometers per second.

   Hint

   Convert meters to kilometers for speed compatibility.

6. 6.

   Draft a comparison table between traditional surveying techniques and Total Station methods concerning accuracy, efficiency, and practicality.

   Hint

   Focus on what we've discussed in terms of efficiency and application.