SOME SUGGESTIONS FOR SPEEDING UP WORK ON TOPOGRAPHICAL SURVEYS

Author: Favell N. B.  

Publisher: Maney Publishing

ISSN: 1752-2706

Source: Survey Review, Vol.8, Iss.62, 1946-10, pp. : 295-297

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Abstract

A Few notes will now be given on the subject of triangulation on which practically all the methods already outlined depend. If we have a triangulation ready for us on which to base our work, so much the better; but, if not, we must make every effort to carry one through either from our own measured base or from any existing points on the edge of our work. For reconnaissance survey, such a triangulation must be carried out with the greatest expedition; even if all refinements are sacrificed to speed, it is extraordinary how small the errors will be found to be when a more rigid triangulation is made. Any unorthodox method such as carrying through with a resected point or with an astronomical azimuth may be adopted. A bush will often make a good point to observe to, also piles of bushes with a flag on a reed or stick.