5.1.8. Example 4.8

Try these first

1. 1.

   What does GCP stand for in mapping?

   Hint

   It's a reference point on the ground.

2. 2.

   What instrument is commonly used to view photographs in 3D?

   Hint

   It's related to vision in photographs.

3. 3.

   What is the purpose of using GCPs in aerial mapping?

   • To enhance photo quality
   • To ensure accuracy
   • To increase overlap

   Hint

   Think about their role in verifying location.

4. 4.

   True or False: LCPs are meant to connect different strips of photographs.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider their location within overlaps.

5. 5.

   Imagine you're given photographs with varying elevations. Discuss how you'd adjust them to a common scale for mapping.

   Hint

   Think about the formula for scale adjustment related to height.

6. 6.

   Design a method to establish a new set of GCPs for an area that has faulty initial control points. What processes would you use?

   Hint

   Consider technological tools available today.