Practice Example 4.2 - 5.1.2 | 4. Graphical Radial Triangulation | Surveying and Geomatics
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Example 4.2

5.1.2 - Example 4.2

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Question 1 Easy

What is a Ground Control Point?

💡 Hint: Think about how you stabilize your position in a photo.

Question 2 Easy

Name one type of control point used in radial triangulation.

💡 Hint: Consider their roles in mapping.

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Question 1

What do Ground Control Points (GCPs) assist with in mapping?

Determining altitude only
Identifying features in photographs
Establishing reference points for accurate mapping

💡 Hint: Think about why we plot points in relation to something stable.

Question 2

True or False: Minor Control Points help to stabilize the scale in triangulation.

True
False

💡 Hint: Recall the role of these points.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Discuss the impact of not having sufficient ground control points on the accuracy of an aerial map.

💡 Hint: Consider what could go wrong in your mapping project.

Challenge 2 Hard

How would you design a process to ensure that all control points are accurately identified and transferred across multiple photographs?

💡 Hint: Think about the steps involved before actual mapping.

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