3.3.7.8 - Estimate excavations
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What is the main function of a Total Station?
💡 Hint: Think of how traditional surveying is done.
Why is estimating excavations important?
💡 Hint: Consider resource allocation in construction.
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What are Total Stations primarily used for?
💡 Hint: Remember what equipment is used in construction.
True or False: Total Stations can only be used in open areas with no obstructions.
💡 Hint: Consider what happens in places with buildings or trees.
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An engineer needs to excavate an area measuring 1000 sq.m to a depth of 2m. How would you use Total Stations to ensure accurate volume calculations during the excavation process?
💡 Hint: Think about the sequential steps from measurement to calculation.
Discuss the implications of inaccuracies during excavation estimation. How would a Total Station help mitigate these issues?
💡 Hint: Consider the impact of errors on costs and time.
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