3.3.10.11 - Atmospheric errors
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What causes atmospheric errors in Total Station measurements?
💡 Hint: Think about the weather conditions affecting measurements.
What is a nominal value?
💡 Hint: What do we use when we don’t have precise environmental data?
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What primarily causes atmospheric errors in Total Station measurements?
💡 Hint: Think about how weather can change signal pathways.
True or False: Calibration of thermometers and barometers is essential for accurate surveying.
💡 Hint: What happens if we don't maintain our measuring instruments?
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A survey is to be conducted over a distance of 5 km in varying weather conditions. Discuss how you would assess atmospheric conditions and what corrective measures you'd implement.
💡 Hint: What specific tools would you use to gather necessary data?
After surveying a site, you realize the environmental data for pressure was logged inaccurately. Discuss the potential impacts this could have on your results.
💡 Hint: What aspects of construction or design might be affected by elevation errors?
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