Practice Distance measurement - 3.2.4 | 3. Modern Field Survey Systems | Surveying and Geomatics
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Question 1

Easy

What does EDM stand for?

💡 Hint: Think about what technology is used for measuring distances.

Question 2

Easy

What is the purpose of a reflecting prism in EDM?

💡 Hint: It's what's hit by the signal from the EDM.

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Question 1

What principle does EDM operate on?

  • A. Reflecting angles
  • B. Measuring time of flight of signals
  • C. Geometry

💡 Hint: Think about how distance is calculated.

Question 2

True or False: The main application of EDM is in measuring short distances.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: What does EDM allow for compared to manual measurement methods?

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

An EDM measures a distance with an elapsed time of 0.002 seconds for a laser signal. How far is the object, assuming the speed of light is 300,000 km/s?

💡 Hint: Use the distance formula provided during the lesson.

Question 2

If atmospheric conditions are causing an error of 10 mm over a distance of 1000 m, how would you calibrate your EDM to ensure accuracy?

💡 Hint: Consider how calibration can correct systematic errors.

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