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This book elucidates the theory and practice of triangulation in land surveying as practiced by the U.S. Coast Survey in the mid-1800s. It covers the subject from the initial reconnaissance to the final observations and computations. The author provides detailed descriptions of the tools and techniques used by surveyors, as well as the challenges they faced. He also discusses the importance of precise measurements and the role of astronomy in geodetic surveys. The book is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history and practice of surveying, and it provides a glimpse into the development of modern land surveying techniques.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book elucidates the theory and practice of triangulation in land surveying as practiced by the U.S. Coast Survey in the mid-1800s. It covers the subject from the initial reconnaissance to the final observations and computations. The author provides detailed descriptions of the tools and techniques used by surveyors, as well as the challenges they faced. He also discusses the importance of precise measurements and the role of astronomy in geodetic surveys. The book is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history and practice of surveying, and it provides a glimpse into the development of modern land surveying techniques. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780282651558_0
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