Photo-Topographic Methods and Instruments: Topography (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

J. A. Flemer

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0266590926 ISBN 13: 9780266590927

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Explore how photography and geometry join to map the world.

This classic reference explains phototopography and the instruments that drive topographic surveys, from field work to finished plans. It covers practical methods, key equipment, and the ideas behind measuring and plotting points on photographs.

Photographers, surveyors, and students will find clear descriptions of analytical, graphical, and iconometric approaches. The book discusses different surveying cameras, specialized phototheodolites, and the tools used to translate images into accurate ground plans. It presents a practical view of how to apply these methods in real field projects, with a focus on achievable results.

• Foundations of phototopography and when to use each method
• Details on instruments like surveying cameras and phototheodolites
• Procedures for platting points from photographs and checking accuracy
• Illustrative chapters on horizons, focal lengths, and elevation determinations

Ideal for readers of historical surveying methods, and for professionals seeking a solid introduction to phototopographic practice and instrument usage.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0266590926
• ISBN 13: 9780266590927
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 131