Surveying and Levelling Instruments, Theoretically and Practically Described: For Construction, Qualities, Selection, Preservation, Adjustments, and ... Engineers and Surveyors (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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This book provides an in-depth exploration of surveying instruments, tracing their historical evolution and discussing their construction, qualities, maintenance, and use. The author, an experienced optician, offers a wealth of technical insights, covering optical principles, refraction, reflection, lenses, and aberration, to help readers understand how these instruments function. Various types of telescopes, eye-pieces, and levels are examined, along with their respective advantages and applications. Practical guidance is provided on selecting and caring for surveying instruments, including tips on packing, lubrication, and troubleshooting. The book also delves into advanced topics such as subtense measuring and tacheometry, highlighting their significance in modern surveying practices. By combining historical context, technical expertise, and practical advice, this book serves as a comprehensive guide to surveying instruments, equipping readers with the knowledge and skills needed to effectively utilize these tools in their surveying endeavors.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book provides an in-depth exploration of surveying instruments, tracing their historical evolution and discussing their construction, qualities, maintenance, and use. The author, an experienced optician, offers a wealth of technical insights, covering optical principles, refraction, reflection, lenses, and aberration, to help readers understand how these instruments function. Various types of telescopes, eye-pieces, and levels are examined, along with their respective advantages and applications. Practical guidance is provided on selecting and caring for surveying instruments, including tips on packing, lubrication, and troubleshooting. The book also delves into advanced topics such as subtense measuring and tacheometry, highlighting their significance in modern surveying practices. By combining historical context, technical expertise, and practical advice, this book serves as a comprehensive guide to surveying instruments, equipping readers with the knowledge and skills needed to effectively utilize these tools in their surveying endeavors. 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 # 9781331950844_0
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