12.2 - Working Principle of Total Station
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Practice Questions
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What does EDM stand for?
💡 Hint: Think about what helps measure the distance to a target.
Name the two basic measurements that Total Stations use.
💡 Hint: Recall the components of Total Stations.
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What is the primary function of a Total Station?
💡 Hint: Consider what a surveyor primarily needs from a Total Station.
True or False: A Total Station uses acoustic waves to measure distance.
💡 Hint: Think about the technology used for measurement.
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A surveyor measures a distance of 150m with a vertical angle of 60 degrees and a horizontal angle of 30 degrees. Compute the coordinates for X, Y, Z.
💡 Hint: Break down the calculation step by step and use trigonometric tables or calculators.
Discuss how inaccuracies in angle measurement might affect the overall surveying process and provide at least two solutions to mitigate these issues.
💡 Hint: Consider ways experienced surveyors prevent errors during measurements.
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