Plane Table Surveying is a graphical method of survey in which the field observations and plotting are done simultaneously.
It is simple and cheaper than theodolite survey. It is most suitable for small scale maps.
The plan is drawn by the surveyor in the field, while the area to be surveyed is before his eyes. Therefore, there is no possibility of omitting the necessary measurements.
The document discusses the procedure for chain surveying. Chain surveying involves dividing the survey area into a network of triangles. Survey stations are established at important points and include main stations and subsidiary stations. Survey lines connect the stations and the longest line is called the base line. Offsets are lateral measurements taken from survey lines to locate details on the ground. Key operations in chain surveying are marking stations, ranging, measuring lines, and taking offset measurements.
Plane table surveying allows for simultaneous field observations and map plotting. It avoids transferring field data to an office and preparing separate maps. The key equipment includes a plane table, alidade, plumbing fork, spirit level, compass, drafting media sheet, and tripod. Common surveying methods using the plane table are radiation, intersection, traversing, and resection. Advantages include rapid mapping in the field and eliminating errors from separate field notes and office plotting. Disadvantages include limitations for large or precise surveys.
The document discusses theodolites, which are surveying instruments used to precisely measure horizontal and vertical angles. Theodolites have three leveling screws and an optical plummet or prism, and can be used to establish straight and curved lines, measure distances, and establish elevations. Modern electronic theodolites have digital readouts and can measure angles more precisely than older optical theodolites. The document also describes how to set up a theodolite and take angle measurements, as well as techniques for prolonging measurement lines past obstacles using triangulation or offsets.
This document provides an overview of basic surveying principles and methods:
1) Surveying works from establishing overall control points before measuring details. Control points are established through precise primary networks of triangles or traverses.
2) Secondary control networks further divide the primary network for less precise work. Survey of details then uses the established control points. This minimizes error accumulation.
3) A traverse connects lines whose lengths and directions are measured to establish a framework. Traverses can be open or closed, with closed traverses returning to the starting point.
4) The direction of lines is defined by their bearing from a reference meridian using different systems like true, magnetic, or arbitrary meridians.
The document discusses the procedure for chain surveying. Chain surveying involves dividing the survey area into a network of triangles. Survey stations are established at important points and include main stations and subsidiary stations. Survey lines connect the stations and the longest line is called the base line. Offsets are lateral measurements taken from survey lines to locate details on the ground. Key operations in chain surveying are marking stations, ranging, measuring lines, and taking offset measurements.
Plane table surveying allows for simultaneous field observations and map plotting. It avoids transferring field data to an office and preparing separate maps. The key equipment includes a plane table, alidade, plumbing fork, spirit level, compass, drafting media sheet, and tripod. Common surveying methods using the plane table are radiation, intersection, traversing, and resection. Advantages include rapid mapping in the field and eliminating errors from separate field notes and office plotting. Disadvantages include limitations for large or precise surveys.
The document discusses theodolites, which are surveying instruments used to precisely measure horizontal and vertical angles. Theodolites have three leveling screws and an optical plummet or prism, and can be used to establish straight and curved lines, measure distances, and establish elevations. Modern electronic theodolites have digital readouts and can measure angles more precisely than older optical theodolites. The document also describes how to set up a theodolite and take angle measurements, as well as techniques for prolonging measurement lines past obstacles using triangulation or offsets.
This document provides an overview of basic surveying principles and methods:
1) Surveying works from establishing overall control points before measuring details. Control points are established through precise primary networks of triangles or traverses.
2) Secondary control networks further divide the primary network for less precise work. Survey of details then uses the established control points. This minimizes error accumulation.
3) A traverse connects lines whose lengths and directions are measured to establish a framework. Traverses can be open or closed, with closed traverses returning to the starting point.
4) The direction of lines is defined by their bearing from a reference meridian using different systems like true, magnetic, or arbitrary meridians.
1. Levelling is used to determine the relative heights of points and establish a common datum. It involves using a level instrument and staff to obtain precise elevation readings.
2. Key terms include benchmarks, backsight, foresight, and intermediate sight readings. Common level instruments are the dumpy level, tilting level, wye level, and automatic level.
3. Levelling methods include simple, differential, fly, check, profile, cross, and reciprocal levelling used for different applications such as construction works. Precise setup and focusing of the instrument are required before taking readings.
Traverse surveying involves using instruments to measure distance and direction to create a network of points. There are two main types of traverses - open and closed. Open traverses extend in one direction while closed traverses form a closed loop. Common surveying instruments and methods used in traverse surveying include chain, compass, theodolite, and plane table. Key terms in traverse surveying include bearings, meridians, and reductions of bearings. Traverse calculations involve adjusting angles or directions to ensure closure of the network of points. Sample problems are provided to demonstrate conversions between whole circle bearings, reduced bearings, and fore and back bearings.
Introduction to surveying, ranging and chainingShital Navghare
This presentation contains the complete introduction of surveying. It also includes all the instrucments used in linear measurement and the terms related to Ranging and Chaining
Compass surveying involves measuring the direction of survey lines using a magnetic compass. It is used when the survey area is large, undulating, and crowded with details, making chain surveying difficult. In compass surveying, the directions of connected survey lines are measured with a compass, while the lengths are measured with a tape. The magnetic bearing of each line is recorded. Prismatic and surveyor's compasses are used to measure bearings in whole circle bearing or quadrantal bearing systems. Bearings are designated as fore, back, included, or exterior angles based on survey direction and line intersections. Compass surveying is not suitable for areas with magnetic interference.
This document provides instructions for students to complete a chain surveying field work project. It describes the objectives of the project which are to learn how to select a framework of base lines and control points, take linear and angular measurements, record data through booking, make calculations and corrections, and plot a detailed map from the collected survey information. The document outlines the required apparatus, procedures for taking measurements, and provides notes on techniques for selecting stations, direct distance measurement, setting offsets, measuring bearings, booking, and plotting.
this is a surveying practicals work book in which different practicals are described with tables and graphs which are performed during a course of bachelors of civil engineering
The document discusses different types of traverses and methods for conducting traverse surveys. It describes two types of traverses: open traverses that begin and end at points of known and unknown positions, and closed traverses that begin and end at points of known positions, including closed-loop traverses that begin and end at the same point. It also outlines four methods for determining directions during traversing: chain angle method, free needle method, fast needle method, and measuring angles between lines. Finally, it discusses instruments used for measuring angles like compasses and theodolites, and defines different types of bearings including true, magnetic, and arbitrary bearings.
Plane table is a graphical method of surveying in which the field works and the plotting is done simultaneously. It is particularly adopting in small mapping. Plane table surveying is used for locating the field computation of area of field.
This ppt presentation covers compass surveying, which explains principal of compass surveying, Types of compass, Difference between compass, Bearing, Definitions related to compass surveying etc.
This document discusses the use of a theodolite for surveying. It begins by explaining that a theodolite is needed to precisely measure horizontal and vertical angles, unlike a compass. It then defines theodolite surveying as surveying that measures angles using a theodolite. The document goes on to classify theodolites based on their horizontal axis and method of angle measurement. It describes the basic parts of a transit vernier theodolite and explains terms used in manipulating one. Finally, it discusses methods for measuring horizontal angles, including the general, repetition, and reiteration methods.
The theodolite is an instrument used to measure horizontal and vertical angles that is more precise than a magnetic compass. It can measure angles to an accuracy of 10-20 seconds whereas a compass is only accurate to 30 minutes. The theodolite is used to measure horizontal and vertical angles when objects are at a distance or elevation where more precise measurements are needed. The method of surveying that uses a theodolite to measure angles is called theodolite surveying. The theodolite can be used to measure angles, bearings, distances, elevations, set out curves, and for mapping and construction applications.
The document provides information about theodolites. It begins with an introduction stating that a theodolite is used to measure horizontal and vertical angles more precisely than a magnetic compass. It then discusses the main parts of a theodolite including the horizontal circle, vertical circle, telescope, and levels. The document also covers the history of theodolites from their early origins to modern electronic versions. It describes how to operate a transit vernier theodolite including terms like centering, transiting, swinging the telescope, and changing face. Finally, it discusses the permanent and temporary adjustments needed to ensure accurate theodolite measurements.
Metric Chain : It Consists of galvanized mild steel wire of 4mm diameter known as link.
It is available in 20m, 30m, 50m length which consists of 100 links.
Gunter’s Chain : A 66 feet long chain consists of 100 links, each of 0.66 feet, it is known as Gunter’s chain.
This chain is suitable for taking length in miles.
Engineer’s Chain : A 100 feet long chain consisting of 100 links each of 1 feet is known as engineer’s chain.
This chain is used to measure length in feet and area in sq.yard.
Revenue Chain : it is 33 feet long chain consisting of 16 links.
This chain is used for distance measurements in feet & inches for smaller areas.
1) Levelling is the process of determining the relative elevations of points on or near the earth's surface. It is important for engineering projects to determine elevations along alignments.
2) Levelling is used to prepare contour maps, determine altitudes, and create longitudinal and cross sections needed for projects.
3) Key terms include bench mark, datum, reduced level, line of collimation, and height of instrument. Different types of levelling include simple, differential, fly, longitudinal, and cross-sectional levelling.
These slides deal with the techniques and methods of the plain table survey. Graphical method of surveying in which the fieldwork and plotting are done simultaneously.
This document provides information about tacheometry, which is a method of surveying that determines horizontal and vertical distances from instrumental observations. It discusses how tacheometry can be used when obstacles make traditional surveying difficult. The key aspects covered include:
- Defining tacheometry and the measurements it provides
- When tacheometry is advantageous over other surveying methods
- The instruments used, including tacheometers and levelling rods
- How horizontal and vertical distances are calculated using constants
- The different types of tacheometer diaphragms and telescopes
- The fixed hair method for taking readings
The document provides information on plane table surveying. It describes plane table surveying as a graphical surveying method where field observations and plotting are done simultaneously. Key instruments used include a plane table mounted on a tripod, an alidade, and accessories like a trough compass and spirit level. There are different methods of plane table surveying, including radiation, intersection, and resection, which involve drawing radial lines from survey stations to locate points.
Plane table surveying involves simultaneously conducting fieldwork and plotting on a drawing board equipped with a ball and socket leveling arrangement. An alidade, which is a ruler with a fiducial edge and sighting frames, is used to draw lines of sight. A telescopic alidade can take inclined sights to increase range and accuracy. Orientation is achieved through resection or backsight methods. The radiation, intersection, traversing, and resection plane table methods are used to connect stations and fill in surveyed details on the map.
1. Levelling is used to determine the relative heights of points and establish a common datum. It involves using a level instrument and staff to obtain precise elevation readings.
2. Key terms include benchmarks, backsight, foresight, and intermediate sight readings. Common level instruments are the dumpy level, tilting level, wye level, and automatic level.
3. Levelling methods include simple, differential, fly, check, profile, cross, and reciprocal levelling used for different applications such as construction works. Precise setup and focusing of the instrument are required before taking readings.
Traverse surveying involves using instruments to measure distance and direction to create a network of points. There are two main types of traverses - open and closed. Open traverses extend in one direction while closed traverses form a closed loop. Common surveying instruments and methods used in traverse surveying include chain, compass, theodolite, and plane table. Key terms in traverse surveying include bearings, meridians, and reductions of bearings. Traverse calculations involve adjusting angles or directions to ensure closure of the network of points. Sample problems are provided to demonstrate conversions between whole circle bearings, reduced bearings, and fore and back bearings.
Introduction to surveying, ranging and chainingShital Navghare
This presentation contains the complete introduction of surveying. It also includes all the instrucments used in linear measurement and the terms related to Ranging and Chaining
Compass surveying involves measuring the direction of survey lines using a magnetic compass. It is used when the survey area is large, undulating, and crowded with details, making chain surveying difficult. In compass surveying, the directions of connected survey lines are measured with a compass, while the lengths are measured with a tape. The magnetic bearing of each line is recorded. Prismatic and surveyor's compasses are used to measure bearings in whole circle bearing or quadrantal bearing systems. Bearings are designated as fore, back, included, or exterior angles based on survey direction and line intersections. Compass surveying is not suitable for areas with magnetic interference.
This document provides instructions for students to complete a chain surveying field work project. It describes the objectives of the project which are to learn how to select a framework of base lines and control points, take linear and angular measurements, record data through booking, make calculations and corrections, and plot a detailed map from the collected survey information. The document outlines the required apparatus, procedures for taking measurements, and provides notes on techniques for selecting stations, direct distance measurement, setting offsets, measuring bearings, booking, and plotting.
this is a surveying practicals work book in which different practicals are described with tables and graphs which are performed during a course of bachelors of civil engineering
The document discusses different types of traverses and methods for conducting traverse surveys. It describes two types of traverses: open traverses that begin and end at points of known and unknown positions, and closed traverses that begin and end at points of known positions, including closed-loop traverses that begin and end at the same point. It also outlines four methods for determining directions during traversing: chain angle method, free needle method, fast needle method, and measuring angles between lines. Finally, it discusses instruments used for measuring angles like compasses and theodolites, and defines different types of bearings including true, magnetic, and arbitrary bearings.
Plane table is a graphical method of surveying in which the field works and the plotting is done simultaneously. It is particularly adopting in small mapping. Plane table surveying is used for locating the field computation of area of field.
This ppt presentation covers compass surveying, which explains principal of compass surveying, Types of compass, Difference between compass, Bearing, Definitions related to compass surveying etc.
This document discusses the use of a theodolite for surveying. It begins by explaining that a theodolite is needed to precisely measure horizontal and vertical angles, unlike a compass. It then defines theodolite surveying as surveying that measures angles using a theodolite. The document goes on to classify theodolites based on their horizontal axis and method of angle measurement. It describes the basic parts of a transit vernier theodolite and explains terms used in manipulating one. Finally, it discusses methods for measuring horizontal angles, including the general, repetition, and reiteration methods.
The theodolite is an instrument used to measure horizontal and vertical angles that is more precise than a magnetic compass. It can measure angles to an accuracy of 10-20 seconds whereas a compass is only accurate to 30 minutes. The theodolite is used to measure horizontal and vertical angles when objects are at a distance or elevation where more precise measurements are needed. The method of surveying that uses a theodolite to measure angles is called theodolite surveying. The theodolite can be used to measure angles, bearings, distances, elevations, set out curves, and for mapping and construction applications.
The document provides information about theodolites. It begins with an introduction stating that a theodolite is used to measure horizontal and vertical angles more precisely than a magnetic compass. It then discusses the main parts of a theodolite including the horizontal circle, vertical circle, telescope, and levels. The document also covers the history of theodolites from their early origins to modern electronic versions. It describes how to operate a transit vernier theodolite including terms like centering, transiting, swinging the telescope, and changing face. Finally, it discusses the permanent and temporary adjustments needed to ensure accurate theodolite measurements.
Metric Chain : It Consists of galvanized mild steel wire of 4mm diameter known as link.
It is available in 20m, 30m, 50m length which consists of 100 links.
Gunter’s Chain : A 66 feet long chain consists of 100 links, each of 0.66 feet, it is known as Gunter’s chain.
This chain is suitable for taking length in miles.
Engineer’s Chain : A 100 feet long chain consisting of 100 links each of 1 feet is known as engineer’s chain.
This chain is used to measure length in feet and area in sq.yard.
Revenue Chain : it is 33 feet long chain consisting of 16 links.
This chain is used for distance measurements in feet & inches for smaller areas.
1) Levelling is the process of determining the relative elevations of points on or near the earth's surface. It is important for engineering projects to determine elevations along alignments.
2) Levelling is used to prepare contour maps, determine altitudes, and create longitudinal and cross sections needed for projects.
3) Key terms include bench mark, datum, reduced level, line of collimation, and height of instrument. Different types of levelling include simple, differential, fly, longitudinal, and cross-sectional levelling.
These slides deal with the techniques and methods of the plain table survey. Graphical method of surveying in which the fieldwork and plotting are done simultaneously.
This document provides information about tacheometry, which is a method of surveying that determines horizontal and vertical distances from instrumental observations. It discusses how tacheometry can be used when obstacles make traditional surveying difficult. The key aspects covered include:
- Defining tacheometry and the measurements it provides
- When tacheometry is advantageous over other surveying methods
- The instruments used, including tacheometers and levelling rods
- How horizontal and vertical distances are calculated using constants
- The different types of tacheometer diaphragms and telescopes
- The fixed hair method for taking readings
The document provides information on plane table surveying. It describes plane table surveying as a graphical surveying method where field observations and plotting are done simultaneously. Key instruments used include a plane table mounted on a tripod, an alidade, and accessories like a trough compass and spirit level. There are different methods of plane table surveying, including radiation, intersection, and resection, which involve drawing radial lines from survey stations to locate points.
Plane table surveying involves simultaneously conducting fieldwork and plotting on a drawing board equipped with a ball and socket leveling arrangement. An alidade, which is a ruler with a fiducial edge and sighting frames, is used to draw lines of sight. A telescopic alidade can take inclined sights to increase range and accuracy. Orientation is achieved through resection or backsight methods. The radiation, intersection, traversing, and resection plane table methods are used to connect stations and fill in surveyed details on the map.
1. There are two primary divisions of surveying: plane surveying which treats the earth's surface as flat, and geodetic surveying which takes the curvature of the earth into account over large areas greater than 1000 km^2.
2. Surveying can be classified based on its function or the instruments used. Common classification based on function includes land, city, and route surveys. Classification based on instruments includes chain, compass, plane table, leveling, and photogrammetric surveys.
3. Chain surveying involves measuring the sides of a network of triangles to map an area without taking angular measurements. It is suitable for small, level, and open areas but not for large, undulating
Modern surveying instruments - AssignmentVijay Parmar
This document provides an overview of advanced surveying instruments and techniques. It defines key terms related to waves and cycles and discusses electromagnetic spectrum and the principle of EDM. It also describes total stations, noting their advantages and disadvantages, and covers other advanced instruments like modified total stations and digital self-leveling levels. Finally, it asks the reader to name 10 very latest instruments used in modern surveying.
This document discusses various instruments used in surveying operations. It describes tripods, level staffs, total stations, clinometers, compasses, GPS, theodolites, and prisms. Tripods are used to support surveying instruments. Level staffs allow determination of elevation differences. Total stations can read distances electronically. Clinometers measure angles of inclination. Compasses determine directions relative to magnetic poles. GPS uses satellites to calculate positions. Theodolites measure horizontal and vertical angles. Prisms are targets used with total stations.
Engineering is the application of scientific and economic principles to design and build machines, structures, and other items, including bridges, roads, vehicles, and buildings. Civil engineering deals specifically with designing and constructing physical and natural built environments like roads, buildings, airports, tunnels, dams, and bridges. A survey is used to collect information about natural and man-made features of an area using various instruments, and has applications in areas like construction, geology, archaeology, and more. Modern surveying instruments have become more advanced with technologies like total stations, GPS, levels, theodolites, distance meters, and more that improve accuracy of data collection.
Compass surveying involves measuring directions of survey lines using a magnetic compass and measuring lengths using a chain or tape. It is used when the area is large, undulating and has many details. In compass surveying, a series of connected lines are established through traversing. The magnetic bearing of each line is measured using a prismatic compass or surveyor's compass, and the distance is measured using a chain. Compass surveying is recommended for large and undulating areas without suspected magnetic interference. The key principles are measuring bearings using a compass and distances using a chain to establish connected lines through traversing without requiring triangulation.
This document provides an overview of surveying concepts and techniques. It discusses:
1) The definitions, classifications, instruments, and methods used in surveying like chain surveying, compass surveying, plane table surveying, and total station surveying.
2) The objectives of surveying which include preparing maps, plans and transferring details to mark locations on the ground for engineering projects.
3) The primary divisions of surveying into plain surveying which ignores curvature of the earth, and geodetic surveying which accounts for curvature over large areas.
4) Fundamental surveying principles like working from the whole to parts, and locating new points using two measurements from fixed references.
Plane table surveying is a graphical surveying method where field observations and plotting are done simultaneously. Key equipment includes a plane table, tripod, alidade, compass, and drawing tools. There are different types of plane tables and several methods for setting up and orienting the table, including leveling, centering, and backsight orientation. Common plane table surveying methods include radiation, intersection, traversing, and resection, each involving drawing lines of sight from stations to locate or connect points.
Module 2,plane table surveying (kannur university)Vishnudev C
This document describes various methods of plane table surveying. It discusses the principle, equipment, setting up, orientation, and main methods - radiation, intersection, traversing, and resection (by compass, backsight, two point, and three point problems). Plane table surveying allows simultaneous field observation and plotting. It is suitable for small scale maps and eliminates errors in field books.
Plane table surveying is a graphical surveying method where field observations and plotting are done simultaneously. The key instruments used are a plane table, alidade, tripod and accessories like trough compass and spirit level. There are different methods used for plane table surveying including radiation, intersection, traversing and resection. The principle of plane table surveying is parallelism, where all rays drawn through details should pass through the survey station.
Plane table surveying is a graphical surveying method where field observations and plotting are done simultaneously. The key instruments used are a plane table, alidade, tripod and accessories like trough compass and spirit level. There are different methods used for plane table surveying including radiation, intersection, traversing and resection. The principle of plane table surveying is parallelism, where all rays drawn through survey details should pass through the survey station.
Plane table surveying is a graphical surveying method where observations and plotting are done simultaneously in the field. Key instruments used include a plane table mounted on a tripod, an alidade, and accessories like a trough compass and spirit level. There are four main methods - radiation, intersection, traversing, and resection - which involve drawing radial lines from observation points to locate features or determining their position through line intersections. The principle of plane table surveying is maintaining parallelism between lines on the ground and those plotted on the plane table.
This document discusses the equipment and process for plane table surveying. The key equipment includes the plane table, tripod, alidade, trough compass, spirit level, U-fork with plumb bob, drawing paper, pins, and drawing accessories. The process of setting up the plane table involves leveling it on the tripod, centering it over the survey station, and orienting it using either a magnetic needle or back sighting method to ensure parallel lines on the table and ground.
This document discusses the equipment and process for plane table surveying. The key equipment includes the plane table, tripod, alidade, trough compass, spirit level, U-fork with plumb bob, drawing paper, pins, and drawing accessories. The process of setting up the plane table involves leveling it on the tripod, centering it over the survey station, and orienting it using either a magnetic needle or back sighting method to ensure parallel lines on the plane table match features on the ground.
This document summarizes the process of plane table surveying. It lists the equipment used, which includes a plane table, tripod, alidade, trough compass, spirit level, and drawing accessories. It also describes how to set up the plane table by leveling it and orienting it using backsighting. The key steps are centering the plane table over survey stations, leveling it, and orienting it parallel to previous positions by sighting back to stations or using a magnetic needle and trough compass. Plane table surveying allows creating maps in the field as observations are made.
Plane table surveying involves simultaneously conducting fieldwork and plotting details on a drawing board called a plane table. Key accessories include an alidade for sighting, a spirit level and magnetic compass. Common methods are the radiation, intersection and traversing methods which involve measuring distances and angles to map features. Care is needed to accurately orient and center the plane table between stations. While suitable for small-scale mapping, plane table surveying is not intended for highly accurate work.
Plane table surveying involves using a plane table, alidade, and other instruments to take field measurements and plot a map. Key principles include maintaining parallelism between lines of sight on the ground and plane table. Common methods are radiation, intersection, traversing, and resection. Sources of error include imperfect instruments, sighting errors, and plotting mistakes. While less accurate than a theodolite, plane table surveying allows mapping in the field with moderate accuracy for small to medium scale maps.
This document provides information about plane table surveying. It discusses the principle of plane table surveying which is based on parallelism between the ground and drawing sheet. The key instruments used in plane table surveying are described, including the plane table, alidade, compass, spirit level, and U-fork with plumb bob. Methods of setting up the plane table and orienting it are explained. The main surveying methods covered are radiation, intersection, and traversing, along with diagrams to illustrate the procedures. Advantages of plane table surveying include rapid mapping and accurate representation of irregular objects, while limitations are lack of suitability for very accurate work and inability to replot maps to different scales.
This document discusses different methods of plane table surveying:
- Radiation method involves drawing rays from a single instrument station and measuring distances to locate points. It works best for small distances.
- Intersection method uses observations from two instrument stations to locate points by drawing intersecting rays. It is useful for large or obstructed distances.
- Traversing method surveys a series of lines by shifting the instrument between stations and measuring distances along sight lines.
- Resection determines the instrument station location by observing angles to known points plotted on the sheet using methods like backsight orientation, two-point or three-point problems.
The document provides details of a survey camp conducted in Manali in 2019. It includes the name, roll number, semester and college of the student. It then lists the various practicals covered in the camp, including plane table surveying using radiation and intersection methods, studying the parts and level reduction of a dumpy level, measuring angles using a theodolite, traversing an area and plotting it, and measuring horizontal angles using reiteration. It provides details of each practical, explaining concepts and procedures.
This document provides information about plane table surveying. It discusses the equipment used including the plane table, tripod, alidade, trough compass, spirit level, U-fork, and drawing accessories. It explains how to set up the plane table by leveling it, centering it over the survey station, and orienting it using a magnetic needle or backsight. The principles of plane table surveying are that all rays drawn through details should pass through the survey station. It is a simple and inexpensive surveying method suitable for small scale maps.
The document describes the instruments and methods used in plane table surveying. It discusses the plane table, alidade, tripod, trough compass, spirit level, and other accessories used. It explains the four main methods of plane table surveying - radiation, intersection, traversing, and resection. It provides details on setting up and orienting the plane table, and outlines the specific steps involved in each surveying method.
This document provides information about plane table surveying, including equipment, methods, and procedures. It contains:
1) A description of the key equipment used for plane table surveying, including the drawing board, alidade, compass, plumbing fork, and spirit level.
2) An overview of two common orientation methods - using a magnetic needle or backsight method. The backsight method is more accurate as it relies on sighting the previous station.
3) A brief explanation of four methods used for plane table surveying: the radiation, intersection, traversing, and resection methods. The radiation method involves drawing rays from the instrument station and plotting distances to locate points.
This document provides information about plane table surveying, including equipment, methods, and procedures. It contains:
1) A description of the key equipment used for plane table surveying, including the drawing board, alidade, compass, plumbing fork, and spirit level.
2) An overview of two common orientation methods - using a magnetic needle or backsight method. The backsight method is preferred as it is more accurate.
3) A brief explanation of setting up and leveling the plane table, marking the north line, and centering over survey stations. Precise leveling, centering, and orientation are important for accuracy.
4) A note that there are four main methods used
Moscow, ID case study traffic operationKushal Patel
This presentation shows a case study conducted at a intersection at Moscow, ID. provides a brief outline about the points to be considered for analyzing a intersection.
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This case study investigates a situation at the University of Florida regarding the impacts of a new parking structure on Museum Road in Gainesville, Florida. The increased traffic to and from the new structure would access this facility via a two-way stop-controlled intersection, but alternatives are being analyzed to determine the best solution for this and adjacent intersections along Museum Road. Pedestrian, bicycle, and transit-related activities are high within this section of Museum Road, and so the solution must be sensitive to and consider all travel modes.
This document provides instructions for using Microsoft Project to plan and schedule a project. It describes how to create a new project file, add tasks and milestones, define relationships between tasks, assign resources, track the critical path, and save the project file. A step-by-step example walks through setting up a sample project to develop a system testing plan.
This document provides instructions for creating a project plan in Microsoft Project. It explains how to enter basic project information like the start date, add tasks and subtasks by inserting rows and indenting subtasks, display the work breakdown structure (WBS) codes, set task durations and predecessors, and change the timescale of the Gantt chart. The document concludes by describing how to copy the Gantt chart as an image to include in other documents.
This document defines key terms related to scheduling projects in Microsoft Project, including duration, work, resources, resource units, and scheduling formulas. It explains the differences between fixed units, fixed work, and fixed duration task types and how changing resources or work affects duration for each type. The document also covers effort-driven tasks, over-allocation of resources, and leveling of resources to resolve conflicts.
Design guidance for freeway mainline ramp terminalsKushal Patel
This document summarizes research from NCHRP Report 730 that reviewed design guidance for freeway mainline ramp terminals. The research aimed to evaluate whether AASHTO models describe current conditions given changes in drivers and vehicles. It found that AASHTO models generally still apply but some values may be outdated. Observational and behavioral studies in Texas identified ways driver behavior differs from assumptions, such as using less of the acceleration lane length and decelerating earlier. The research suggests considering drivers needs more for complex merging tasks and updating values based on limited cases where current design may not meet safety needs.
This document discusses project management in AutoCAD Civil 3D. It describes three common ways to organize Civil 3D projects: a single design drawing, multiple drawings sharing data using shortcuts, or multiple drawings sharing data using Autodesk Vault. It also discusses how to use data shortcuts to share design data between drawings through XML files, allowing collaboration on a project. Updates to shared data are synchronized when drawings are opened.
The document discusses the user interface and tools in AutoCAD Civil 3D. It describes the standard AutoCAD tools and additional civil design tools in the interface. It then explains key tools for creating points, surfaces, alignments, parcels, profiles, assemblies, corridors, intersections, sample lines, section views, and pipe networks. Civil 3D allows users to design civil engineering projects with tools for terrain modeling, road design, pipe networks, and other tasks.
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3. EQUIPMENTS AND ACCESSORIES FOR PLANE
TABLING
The following instruments are used in plane table surveying.
1. Equipments
2. Plane Table
3. Tripod
4. Alidade
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4. EQUIPMENTS AND ACCESSORIES FOR PLANE
TABLING
• Accessories
• Trough Compass
• Spirit level
• U-Fork with Plumb bob
• Water proof cover
• Drawing paper
• Pins
• Drawing accessories
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5. EQUIPMENTS
Plane Table:
• The drawing board for plane tabling is made from well-seasoned wood
with its upper surface exactly plane.
• It is normally rectangular in shape with size 75 cm x 60 cm
• It is mounted on a tripod and clamps are provided to fix it in any
direction. The table can revolved about its vertical axis and can be
clamped in any position, when necessary.
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6. TRIPOD
• The plane table is mounted on a tripod
• The tripod is generally of open frame type, combined rigidity
with lightness. The tripod may be made to fold for convenience of
transportation.
• Tripod is provided with three foot screws at its top for leveling of
the plane table.
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7. ALIDADE
• The alidade is useful for establishing a line of sight.
• Two Types of alidade are used.
• Simple alidade
• Telescopic alidade
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8. SIMPLE ALIDADE
• It is used for ordinary work
• It is generally consists of a metal or wooden rule with two vertical vanes
at the ends.
• The eye-vane is provided with a narrow slit while the object vane is open
and carries a horse hair. Both the slits, thus provide a definite line of sight
which can be made to pass through the object to be sighted
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9. The telescopic alidade is used when it is required to take inclined sights.
It essentially consists of a small telescope with a level tube and graduated arc
mounted on horizontal axis.
It gives higher accuracy and more range of sights.
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TELESCOPIC ALIDADE
10. ACCESSORIES
• Trough Compass:
• The trough compass is required for drawing the line showing
magnetic meridian on the paper. It is used to orient the table to
the magnetic meridian.
• When the freely suspended needle shows 00 at each end, a line
is drawn on the drawing paper which represents the magnetic
north.
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11. SPIRIT LEVEL
• A Spirit Level is used for ascertaining If the table is properly level.
• The Table is leveled by placing the level on the board in two positions at
right angles and getting the bubble central in both positions.
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12. U-FORK WITH PLUMB BOB
• U-fork with plumb bob is used for centering the table over the point
or station occupied by the plane table when the plotted position of
that point is already on the sheet.
• Also, in the beginning of the work, it is used for transferring the
ground point on the sheet.
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13. WATER PROOF COVER & DRAWING PAPER
• An umbrella is used to protect the drawing paper from rain.
• Drawing paper is used for plotting the ground details.
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14. MAJOR ADVANTAGES OF PLANE TABLE
SURVEYING
• The plan is drawn by the surveyor himself while the area to be
surveyed is before his eyes. Therefore, there is no possibility of
omitting the necessary measurements.
• The surveyor Can compare the plotted work with the actual features
of the area.
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15. ADVANTAGES
• It is simple and cheaper than the theodolite survey.
• It is most suitable for small scale maps.
• No great skill is required to produce a satisfactory map and work may be
entrusted to a subordinate.
• It is useful in magnetic areas where compass may not be used.
• The mistakes in writing field books are eliminated.
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16. DISADVANTAGES OF PLANE TABLE SURVEYING
• It is not intended for very accurate work.
• It is not suitable in monsoon.
• It is essentially a tropical instrument.
• Due to heaviness, it is inconvenient to transport.
• Since there are so many accessories, there is likelihood of them
being lost.
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17. PRINCIPLE OF PLANE TABLE SURVEY
• The principle of plane tabling is parallelism means,
• Principle: “All the rays drawn through various details should pass
through the survey station.”
• The Position of plane table at each station must be identical, i.e. at
each survey station the table must be oriented in the direction of
magnetic north.
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18. METHOD OF SETTING UP THE PLANE TABLE
• Three processes are involved in setting up the plane table over the
station.
• Leveling
• Centering
• Orientation
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19. LEVELING AND CENTERING
• The Table should be set up at convenient height for working on the
board, say about 1 m. The legs of Tripod should be spread well apart
and firmly into the ground.
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20. LEVELING AND CENTERING
• The table should be so placed over the station on the ground that the
point plotted on the sheet corresponding to the station occupied should
be exactly over the station on the ground. The operation is known as
centering the plane table. It is done by U-fork and plumb bob.
• For leveling the table ordinary spirit level may be used. The table is
leveled by placing the level on the board in two positions at right angles
and getting the bubble central in both directions.
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21. ORIENTATION
• The Process by which the positions occupied by the board at
various survey stations are kept parallel is known as the
orientation. Thus, when a plane table is properly oriented, the
lines on the board are parallel to the lines on ground which they
represent.
• There are two methods of orientation:
• By magnetic needle
• By back sighting
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22. • In this method, the magnetic north is drawn on paper at a particular
station. At the next station, the trough compass is placed along the line of
magnetic north and the table is turned in such a way that the ends of
magnetic needle are opposite to zeros of the scale.
• The board is then fixed in position by clamps. This method is inaccurate in
the since that the results are likely to be affected by the local attraction.
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BY MAGNETIC NEEDLE
23. A= First survey station
B= Second survey station
• Suppose a line is drawn from station A on paper as ab, representing line
AB on ground
• The table is turned till the line of sight bisects the ranging rod at A. The
board is then clamped in this position.
• This method is better than the previous one and it gives perfect
orientation.
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BY BACK SIGHTING
24. METHODS OF PLANE TABLING
There are four distinct methods of plane tabling:
• Method of Radiation
• Method of Intersection
• Method of Traversing
• Method of Resection
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25. RADIATION METHOD
• In the radiation method of plane table surveying, the direction of the
objects or points to be located are obtained by drawing radial lines
along fiducially edge of alidade after getting the objects or points
bisected along the line of sight of the alidade. The horizontal
distances are then measured and scaled off on the corresponding
radial lines to mark their positions on the drawing.
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26. RADIATION METHOD
• Suppose P is a station on the ground from where the object A, B, C and D
are visible.
• The plane table is set up over the station P. A drawing is fixed on the table,
which is then leveled and centered. A point p is selected on the sheet to
represent the station P.
• The north line is marked on the right-hand top corner of the sheet with
trough compass or circular box compass.
• With the alidade touching p, the ranging rod at A,B, C and D are bisected
and the rays are drawn.
• The distances PA, PB, PC and PD are measured and plotted to any suitable
scale to obtain the points a, b, c and d representing A,B,C,D on paper.
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28. METHOD OF INTERSECTION
• In intersection method of plane table surveying, the objects or points to be
located are obtained at the point of intersection of radial lines drawn from two
different stations.
• In this method, the plotting of plane table stations are to be carried out
accurately. Checking is important and thus done by taking third sight from
another station.
• The intersection method is suitable when distances of objects are large or
cannot be measured properly. Thus, this method is preferred in small scale
survey and for mountainous regions.
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29. METHOD OF INTERSECTION
• Suppose A and B are two station and P is the object on the far bank
of a river. Now it is required to fix the position of P on the sheet by
the intersection of rays, drawn from A and B.
• The table is set up at A. It is leveled and centered so that a point a on
the sheet is just over the station A. The north line is marked on the
right-hand top corner, the Table is then clamped.
• With the alidade touching a, the object P and the ranging rod at B
are bisected, and rays are drawn through the fiducial edge on
alidade,
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31. METHOD OF INTERSECTION
The distance AB is measured and plotted to any suitable scale to obtain
point b.
The table is shifted and centered over B and leveled properly. Now the
alidade is placed along the line ba and orientation is done by back sighting
With the alidade touching b, the object P is bisected and a ray is drawn,
suppose this ray intersects the previous rays at point p. the point p is the
required plotted position of P
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32. METHOD OF TRAVERSING
• This method of plane table surveying is used to plot a traverse in cases
stations have not been previously plotted by some other methods. In this
method, traverse stations are first selected. The stations are plotted by
method of radiation by taking back sight on the preceding station and a
fore sight to the following station. Here distances are generally measured
by tachometric method and surveying work has to be performed with
great care.
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33. METHOD OF TRAVERSING
• Suppose A,B,C,D are the traverse stations,
• The table is set up at the station A, a suitable point a is selected on the sheet in
such a way that the whole area may be plotted in the sheet. The table is
centered, leveled and clamped. The north line is marked on the right-hand
top corner of the sheet.
• With the alidade touching point a the ranging rod at B is bisected and a ray is
drawn. The distance AB is measured and plotted to any suitable scale.
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35. METHOD OF TRAVERSING
• The table is shifted touching point a the ranging rod at B is bisected and a ray is
drawn. The distance is measured and plotted to any suitable scale.
• The table is shifted and centered over B. It is then leveled, oriented by back sighting
and clamped.
• With the alidade touching point b, the ranging rod at C is bisected and ray is drawn.
The distance BC is measured and plotted to the same scale.
• The table is shifted and set up at C and the same procedure is repeated.
• In this manner, all stations of the traverse are connected.
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36. METHOD OF TRAVERSING
• Check lines. To check the accuracy of the plane table traverse, a few check
lines are taken by sighting back to some preceding station.
• Error of closure . If the traverse to be plotted is a closed traverse, the
foresight from the terminating station should pass through the first
station. Otherwise the amount by which plotted position of the first station
on the foresight fails to close is designated as the error of closure. It is
adjusted graphically, if the error is within permissible limits, before any
further plotting works are done.
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37. METHOD OF RESECTION
• Resection is the process of determining the plotted position of the
station occupied by the plane table, by means of sights taken towards
known points, locations of which have been plotted.
• There are four methods of resection.
• By Compass
• By back sighting
• By two point problem
• By three point problem
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38. METHOD OF RESECTION
• Suppose It is required to establish a station at position P. Let us select two
points A and B on the ground. The distance AB is measured and plotted to any
suitable scale. The line AB is known as the “base line”
• The table is set up at A. It is leveled, centered and oriented by bisecting the
ranging rod at B. The table is then clamped.
• With the alidade touching point a, the ranging rod at P is bisected and a ray is
drawn. Then a point P1 is marked on this way by estimating with the eye.
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40. METHOD OF RESECTION
• The table is shifted and centered in such a way that P1 is just over P. It is
then oriented by back-sighting the ranging rod at A.
• With the alidade touching point b, the ranging rod at B is bisected and a
ray is drawn. Suppose this ray intersects the previous ray at a point P.
This point represents the position of the station P on the sheet. Then the
actual position of the station is marked on the ground by U-fork and
plumb-bob
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41. BY COMPASS
• This method is used only for small scale or rough mapping.
• Let A and B be two visible stations which have been plotted on the sheet
as a and b. Let C be the instrument station to be located on the plan.
• Set the table at C and orient it with compass. Clamp the table.
• Pivoting the alidade about a, draw a ray towards A, as Similarly,
pivoting the alidade about b, draw a ray towards B, as bb’, The
intersection of aa’ and bb’ will give point c on the paper.
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43. THE TWO POINT PROBLEM
• In this problem, two well-defined points whose positions have
already been plotted on the plan are selected. Then, by perfectly
bisecting these points, a new station is established at the required
position.
• Suppose P and Q are two well-defined points whose positions are
plotted on map as p and q. It is required to locate a new station at A
by perfectly bisecting P and Q
• An auxiliary station B is selected at a suitable position. The table is
set up at B, and leveled and oriented by eye estimation. It is then
clamped.
• With the alidade touching p and q, the points P and Q are bisected
and rays are drawn. Suppose these rays intersect at b
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45. THE TWO POINT PROBLEM
• With the alidade centre on b, the ranging rod at A is bisected and rays is
drawn. Then, by eye estimation, a point a 1 is marked on this ray.
• The table is shifted and centre on A with a1 just over A. It is leveled and
oriented by back sighting. With the alidade touching p, the point P is bisected
and a ray is drawn. Suppose this ray intersects the line ba1 at point a1, as was
assumed.
• With the alidade centered on a1 the point Q is bisected and a ray is drawn.
Suppose this ray intersects the ray bq at a point q1. The triangle pqq1 is
known as the triangle of error, and is to be eliminated.
• The alidade is placed along the line pq1 and a ranging rod R is fixed at some
distance from the table. Then, the alidade is placed along the line pq and the
table is turned to bisect R. At this position the table is said to be perfectly
oriented.
• Finally, with the alidade centered on p and q, the points P and Q are bisected
and rays are drawn. Suppose these rays intersect at a point a. This would
represent the exact position of the required station A. Then the station A is
marked on the ground.
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46. THE THREE POINT PROBLEM
In this problem, three well defined points are selected, whose position have
already been plotted on the map. Then, by perfectly bisecting these three
well-defined points. A new station is established at the required position.
No auxiliary station is required in order to solve this problem. This table is
directly placed at the required position. The problem may be solved by
following methods
• (a) Bessel’s method
• (b) Mechanical Method
• (c) The trial and error method
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47. THE THREE POINT PROBLEM
The graphical method or Bessel’s method
(i) suppose A,B, and C are three well-defined points which have been plotted
as a, b and c. Now it is required to locate a station at P.
(ii) The table is placed at the required station P and leveled. The alidade is
placed along the line ca and the point A is bisected. The table is clamped.
With the alidade in centre on C, the point B is bisected and rays is drawn
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49. THE THREE POINT PROBLEM
• Again the alidade is placed along the line ac and the point C is bisected and the
table is clamped. With the alidade touching a, the point B is bisected and a ray
is drawn. Suppose this ray intersects the previous ray at a point d
• The alidade is placed along db and the point B is bisected. At this position the
table is said to be perfectly oriented. Now the rays Aa, Bb and Cc are drawn.
These three rays must meet at a point p which is the required point on the
map. This point is transferred to the ground by U-fork and plumb bob.
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50. THE THREE POINT PROBLEM
The Mechanical Method
• Suppose A, B and C are the three well-defined points which have been
plotted on the map as a, b and c. It is required to locate a station at P.
• The table is placed at P and leveled. A tracing paper is fixed on the map
and a point p is marked on it.
• With the alidade centered on P the points A, B and C are bisected and
rays are drawn. These rays may not pass through the points a, b and c
as the orientation is done approximately
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52. THE THREE POINT PROBLEM
• Now a tracing paper is unfastened and moved over the map in such a
way that the three rays simultaneously pass through the plotted
positions a, b and c. Then the points p is pricked with a pin to give an
impression p on the map. P is the required points on the map. The
tracing paper is then removed.
• Then the alidade is centered on p and the rays are drawn towards A, B
and C. These rays must pass through the points a, b and c
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53. THE THREE POINT PROBLEM
The method of Trial and error
• Suppose a, B and C are the three well-defined points which have been
plotted as a, b and c on the map. Now it is required to establish a station
at P.
• The table is set up at P and leveled. Orientation is done by eye estimation
• With the alidade, rays Aa, Bb and Cc are drawn. As the orientation is
approximately, the rays may not intersect at a point, but may form a
small triangle the triangle of error.
• To get the actual point, this triangle of error is to be eliminated. By
repeatedly turning the table clockwise or anticlockwise. The triangle is
eliminated in such a way that the rays Aa, Bb and Cc finally meet at a
point p. This is the required point on the map. This point is transferred to
the ground by U-fork and plumb bob.
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55. POINTS TO BE KEPT IN MIND IN PLANE TABLING
• The following points should be kept in mind while doing plane table
survey.
1. Ground points shall be marked as A, B, C… etc. and plan. Points (on
Paper) shall be marked as a, b, c etc.
2. The rays from survey stations to the objects shall be drawn by dashed
line.
3. The alidade should be properly pivoted while sighting the objects
4. The first survey station and the scale of the map shall be so chosen that
the entire area can be plotted on the paper.
5. While establishing magnetic north on the paper using trough compass,
things causing local attraction shall be kept away of the table.
6. The Plane table should be clamped after centering and leveling. The
table should be rotated at the time of orientation
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56. ERROR IN PLANE TABLING
The various sources of error may be classified as :
• Instrumental errors
• Errors in manipulation and sighting
• Errors in plotting
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57. INSTRUMENTAL ERRORS
• The surface of drawing board is not plane
• The edge of alidade is not straight.
• The object vane and sight vane are not in a straight line.
• The edge of alidade is not parallel to the line of sight.
• The fixing clamp is not proper.
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58. ERRORS IN MANIPULATION AND
SIGHTING
• Defective Leveling
• Defective Sighting
• Defective Orientation
• Defective Centering
• Movement of Board between sights
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59. ERRORS IN PLOTTING
• Defective scale of map
• Wrongly intersecting the rays drawn from two different stations.
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60. REFERENCES
• Surveying and leveling- S.C.Saxena
• Surveying and leveling- R.P.Rethaliya
• Images: Google Search
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PURPOSE ONLY
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