3.3.10.4 - Tilting Axis or Tilt Error
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What is tilt error?
💡 Hint: Think about how alignment affects measurements.
Why is calibration important?
💡 Hint: Consider what happens if instruments aren't accurate.
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What effect does tilt error have on the Total Station measurements?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens when the alignment isn't right.
True or False: Tilt error can be corrected by measuring on both faces of the instrument.
💡 Hint: Consider if averaging data would help.
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A construction survey on a hillside led to tilt error being discovered after the measurements were taken. Describe the impact this might have on future construction stages.
💡 Hint: Consider how precision is critical in construction.
Calculate the angular discrepancy introduced by a tilt error that measures 2 degrees off when set to an angle of 45 degrees. How would this affect horizontal measurements?
💡 Hint: Think about the geometric relationships in surveying.
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