Surveying is defined as determining the relative positions of points on the Earth's surface. It involves field work to collect data and office work to analyze, reduce, adjust, and convert the data into graphical representations. There are two primary types of surveying: plain surveying, which ignores Earth's curvature over small areas, and geodetic surveying, which accounts for curvature over large areas. Common techniques include chain surveying using only linear measurements, compass surveying using angular measurements, and theodolite surveying which precisely measures horizontal angles. Modern methods include total station, GPS, photogrammetric, and airborne surveying.
The document discusses the basic applications of surveying that are important for quantity surveyors to understand. It defines surveying as determining the relative positions of points on the earth's surface. Surveying is classified based on the instruments used, objectives, and methods employed. The key types are plane, geodetic, chain, compass, theodolite, tachometric, photogrammetric, and EDM surveying. Surveying has various purposes like topographical maps, cadastral maps, engineering maps, and setting out work. It is essential for quantity surveyors to have basic knowledge of surveying applications to efficiently work with surveyors.
The document discusses the principles of surveying. It states that surveying involves determining the relative positions of points on the earth's surface through measurements. It provides two definitions of surveying, then discusses some key principles. Specifically, it states that surveying works from establishing control points across a wide area before collecting minor details, and that any point should be located by measuring from at least two reference points with known positions. The overall purpose is to collect data in the field and prepare maps and plans that can be used for engineering projects.
The document provides an overview of surveying, including:
1) Surveying involves taking measurements of distances, directions, and elevations to represent the relative positions of features on or beneath the Earth's surface as plans, maps, and sections.
2) Surveying is divided into plane and geodetic surveying, with plane surveying ignoring Earth's curvature over small areas and geodetic surveying accounting for curvature over large areas.
3) Accurate surveying is essential for the planning, design, and execution of engineering projects.
There are two main types of surveying: plane surveying and geodetic surveying. Plane surveying considers the earth's surface to be flat and neglects curvature, while geodetic surveying takes curvature into account. Surveying can also be classified based on the nature of the field, such as land, marine, or astronomical surveying, as well as based on the instruments or methods used, including chain, compass, plane table, theodolite, tacheometric, and photographic surveying.
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Surveying is the science of determining the positions of points on the earth's surface. It involves measuring horizontal and vertical distances and angles. There are different types of surveying based on instruments used, methods, purposes, and field conditions. The main goals of surveying are to prepare maps showing boundaries and engineering structures for purposes like construction, mining, archaeology and military operations. Key principles include working from whole to part and locating new points using measurements from two fixed references.
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Surveying is the science of determining the positions of points and the distances and angles between them. It is used to prepare maps showing topographical features, property boundaries, and engineering works. Surveying is classified based on the instruments used, methods employed, purpose, and nature of the field. The key types are chain surveying using only linear measurements, compass surveying using angular measurements, plane table surveying using graphical plotting, theodolite surveying, tachometry, leveling, photogrammetry, EDM surveying, triangulation, and traversing. Surveying has various applications including land, geological, mining, archaeological, hydrological, and military surveys.
This document provides an introduction to surveying. It defines surveying as determining the relative positions of points on Earth through distance and angle measurements. It describes the primary purposes of surveying as measurement, boundary delineation, and mapmaking. The key divisions of surveying discussed are plane versus geodetic surveying, and classifications based on field type, purpose, instruments used, and methods applied. The document outlines fundamental surveying principles like working from overall control points to specifics, and fixing new points through minimum two measurements.
This document discusses the interaction of electromagnetic radiation (EMR) with the atmosphere and earth's surface in remote sensing. It explains that EMR interactions dictate the spectral windows that can be used for remote sensing. It describes the main types of energy interactions in the atmosphere as scattering and absorption. Scattering mechanisms include Rayleigh scattering by gas molecules, Mie scattering by aerosols, and non-selective scattering by clouds, which scatter radiation in all directions. Absorption by gases selectively removes certain wavelengths of radiation. Together scattering and absorption processes determine the intensity and spectral composition of EMR that reaches sensors.
The document discusses the principles and objectives of mine surveying. It describes mine surveying as the process of collecting data about mineral resources in an area to make informed decisions about mining operations. The key objectives listed are to identify the location of underground mines and tunnels, determine if mines are permitted, locate and estimate resource extent and value, and provide information to design ventilation and structural support systems. It also discusses establishing control points across an area before collecting minor detail measurements according to the principle of working from whole to part.
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Surveying is the technique of determining positions and distances between points on the Earth's surface. Ancient surveyors used simple geometry and ropes to establish boundaries. Modern surveying began in the 18th century with more precise instruments like the theodolite and methods for measuring distance. In the 20th century, technologies like tellurometers and GPS satellites improved accuracy. Today, surveys combine traditional and modern tools like total stations, drones, and 3D scanning. Surveying techniques involve measuring angles and distances to map features and boundaries.
Here are the answers to the homework questions:
1. Surveying - The science of determining the areas, elevations, and positions of points, lines, areas, and volumes on, above, or below the earth's surface.
Triangulation - A surveying method that uses triangles and trigonometric calculations to measure distances too large to use traditional equipment such as tape measures.
Traversing - A method of surveying a series of tied points in a closed or open loop using linear measurement (tapes) and angular measurement (total station instrument).
2. Plane surveying considers earth's surface as a plane and ignores curvature, while geodetic surveying considers earth's surface as curved and accounts for curvature
The document provides an overview of surveying. It defines surveying as the art of making measurements of natural and man-made features on Earth and plotting them to scale on a map. The objectives are to impart basic surveying knowledge and skills to civil engineering students. Surveying can be classified as plane or geodetic depending on whether Earth's curvature is accounted for. The key principles are establishing control points to work from the whole to parts and minimize error. Surveying involves measuring locations relative to references like latitude and longitude lines.
This document provides an overview of basic surveying concepts and chain surveying principles. It defines surveying as collecting information about a region and representing it in drawings. The key purposes of surveying are to obtain necessary information about an area and prepare maps and plans. Surveying can be classified as geodetic or plane depending on whether the curvature of the Earth is accounted for. Chain surveying involves measuring lines with a chain and does not use angular measurements. The basic steps of chain surveying involve selecting stations, a base line, chaining measurements, and preparing drawings.
This document provides an overview of basic surveying concepts and chain surveying principles. It defines surveying as collecting information about a region and representing it in drawings. The purposes of surveying are to obtain necessary information about an area and prepare maps and plans. Surveying is classified as geodetic or plane depending on whether curvature of the earth is considered. Chain surveying principles include dividing the area into triangles, measuring lines and areas directly in the field without angles, and establishing a base line to form triangles. Advantages are low cost and simplicity while disadvantages include lack of accuracy and suitability only for small, level areas.
This document provides an overview of surveying, including definitions, principles, classifications, instruments, and methods. It can be summarized as follows:
1. Surveying is defined as determining relative positions of points on the earth through direct or indirect measurements of distance, direction, and elevation. The primary purpose is to prepare maps and plans showing relative positions and calculate areas and volumes.
2. Surveying principles include working from the whole to the part, and locating new stations with at least two measurements. Surveys can be classified based on purpose, field type, methods, and instruments used such as chain, compass, plane table, level, theodolite, and total station surveying.
3
Surveying is the process of determining the positions of points and the distances and angles between them. It involves measuring horizontal and vertical distances on the earth's surface to create maps. Leveling specifically measures relative heights using vertical measurements. The objective is to create maps and plans to scale showing topographical details, boundaries, and engineering features. Surveying has many uses including making topographical, cadastral, and engineering maps, as well as setting out works and transferring details to the ground. It is divided into plain and geodetic surveying depending on whether earth curvature is considered. Classification is also based on the instruments used such as chain surveying which only involves linear measurements.
Surveying is the technique, profession, and science of determining the terrestrial or three-dimensional positions of points and the distances and angles between them.
Surveying is used to prepare military map, geological map, archaeological map.
Surveying is used throughout a construction project from planning to maintenance. There are different types of surveying depending on the stage including feasibility, construction, and post-construction surveys. Surveying involves determining positions on the earth through direct or indirect measurements of distance, direction, and elevation. Levelling specifically measures elevations with respect to a datum. Accuracy refers to how close measurements are to true values while precision refers to how consistent repeated measurements are.
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This document provides information about different types of surveying. It begins by defining surveying as determining the relative positions of points on the earth through measuring horizontal and vertical distances. It then discusses various branches and methods of surveying such as leveling, mine surveying, triangulation, traversing, and classification based on instruments, purposes, nature of fields. It also explains key surveying concepts like scale, representative fraction, and different types of scales including plain, diagonal, and vernier scales.
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Surveying is the science of determining the positions of points and the distances and angles between them. It is used to prepare maps showing topographical features, property boundaries, and engineering works. Surveying is classified based on the instruments used, methods employed, purpose, and nature of the field. The key types are chain surveying using only linear measurements, compass surveying using angular measurements, plane table surveying using graphical plotting, theodolite surveying, tachometry, leveling, photogrammetry, EDM surveying, triangulation, and traversing. Surveying has various applications including land, geological, mining, archaeological, hydrological, and military surveys.
This document provides an introduction to surveying. It defines surveying as determining the relative positions of points on Earth through distance and angle measurements. It describes the primary purposes of surveying as measurement, boundary delineation, and mapmaking. The key divisions of surveying discussed are plane versus geodetic surveying, and classifications based on field type, purpose, instruments used, and methods applied. The document outlines fundamental surveying principles like working from overall control points to specifics, and fixing new points through minimum two measurements.
This document discusses the interaction of electromagnetic radiation (EMR) with the atmosphere and earth's surface in remote sensing. It explains that EMR interactions dictate the spectral windows that can be used for remote sensing. It describes the main types of energy interactions in the atmosphere as scattering and absorption. Scattering mechanisms include Rayleigh scattering by gas molecules, Mie scattering by aerosols, and non-selective scattering by clouds, which scatter radiation in all directions. Absorption by gases selectively removes certain wavelengths of radiation. Together scattering and absorption processes determine the intensity and spectral composition of EMR that reaches sensors.
The document discusses the principles and objectives of mine surveying. It describes mine surveying as the process of collecting data about mineral resources in an area to make informed decisions about mining operations. The key objectives listed are to identify the location of underground mines and tunnels, determine if mines are permitted, locate and estimate resource extent and value, and provide information to design ventilation and structural support systems. It also discusses establishing control points across an area before collecting minor detail measurements according to the principle of working from whole to part.
Surveying presentation and its objectives in detail including principles,hist...amansingh2914
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Surveying is the technique of determining positions and distances between points on the Earth's surface. Ancient surveyors used simple geometry and ropes to establish boundaries. Modern surveying began in the 18th century with more precise instruments like the theodolite and methods for measuring distance. In the 20th century, technologies like tellurometers and GPS satellites improved accuracy. Today, surveys combine traditional and modern tools like total stations, drones, and 3D scanning. Surveying techniques involve measuring angles and distances to map features and boundaries.
Here are the answers to the homework questions:
1. Surveying - The science of determining the areas, elevations, and positions of points, lines, areas, and volumes on, above, or below the earth's surface.
Triangulation - A surveying method that uses triangles and trigonometric calculations to measure distances too large to use traditional equipment such as tape measures.
Traversing - A method of surveying a series of tied points in a closed or open loop using linear measurement (tapes) and angular measurement (total station instrument).
2. Plane surveying considers earth's surface as a plane and ignores curvature, while geodetic surveying considers earth's surface as curved and accounts for curvature
The document provides an overview of surveying. It defines surveying as the art of making measurements of natural and man-made features on Earth and plotting them to scale on a map. The objectives are to impart basic surveying knowledge and skills to civil engineering students. Surveying can be classified as plane or geodetic depending on whether Earth's curvature is accounted for. The key principles are establishing control points to work from the whole to parts and minimize error. Surveying involves measuring locations relative to references like latitude and longitude lines.
This document provides an overview of basic surveying concepts and chain surveying principles. It defines surveying as collecting information about a region and representing it in drawings. The key purposes of surveying are to obtain necessary information about an area and prepare maps and plans. Surveying can be classified as geodetic or plane depending on whether the curvature of the Earth is accounted for. Chain surveying involves measuring lines with a chain and does not use angular measurements. The basic steps of chain surveying involve selecting stations, a base line, chaining measurements, and preparing drawings.
This document provides an overview of basic surveying concepts and chain surveying principles. It defines surveying as collecting information about a region and representing it in drawings. The purposes of surveying are to obtain necessary information about an area and prepare maps and plans. Surveying is classified as geodetic or plane depending on whether curvature of the earth is considered. Chain surveying principles include dividing the area into triangles, measuring lines and areas directly in the field without angles, and establishing a base line to form triangles. Advantages are low cost and simplicity while disadvantages include lack of accuracy and suitability only for small, level areas.
This document provides an overview of surveying, including definitions, principles, classifications, instruments, and methods. It can be summarized as follows:
1. Surveying is defined as determining relative positions of points on the earth through direct or indirect measurements of distance, direction, and elevation. The primary purpose is to prepare maps and plans showing relative positions and calculate areas and volumes.
2. Surveying principles include working from the whole to the part, and locating new stations with at least two measurements. Surveys can be classified based on purpose, field type, methods, and instruments used such as chain, compass, plane table, level, theodolite, and total station surveying.
3
Surveying is the process of determining the positions of points and the distances and angles between them. It involves measuring horizontal and vertical distances on the earth's surface to create maps. Leveling specifically measures relative heights using vertical measurements. The objective is to create maps and plans to scale showing topographical details, boundaries, and engineering features. Surveying has many uses including making topographical, cadastral, and engineering maps, as well as setting out works and transferring details to the ground. It is divided into plain and geodetic surveying depending on whether earth curvature is considered. Classification is also based on the instruments used such as chain surveying which only involves linear measurements.
Surveying is the technique, profession, and science of determining the terrestrial or three-dimensional positions of points and the distances and angles between them.
Surveying is used to prepare military map, geological map, archaeological map.
Surveying is used throughout a construction project from planning to maintenance. There are different types of surveying depending on the stage including feasibility, construction, and post-construction surveys. Surveying involves determining positions on the earth through direct or indirect measurements of distance, direction, and elevation. Levelling specifically measures elevations with respect to a datum. Accuracy refers to how close measurements are to true values while precision refers to how consistent repeated measurements are.
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This document provides information about different types of surveying. It begins by defining surveying as determining the relative positions of points on the earth through measuring horizontal and vertical distances. It then discusses various branches and methods of surveying such as leveling, mine surveying, triangulation, traversing, and classification based on instruments, purposes, nature of fields. It also explains key surveying concepts like scale, representative fraction, and different types of scales including plain, diagonal, and vernier scales.
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Current Delay which delays the creation and storage of created Electromagnetic Field Energy around
the exterior of the generator coil. The result is the created and Time Delayed Electromagnetic Field
Energy performs any magnitude of Positive Electro-Mechanical Work at infinite efficiency on the
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performs Negative Work at infinite efficiency and it reduces the Kinetic Energy of the system.
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the Magnitude of the created Electromagnetic Field Energy (also in Joules).
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additional Input Power must be supplied to the Prime Mover and additional Mechanical Input
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2. Introduction
Definition:
Surveying is the science and art of determining the
relative positions of points above, on, or beneath the
earths surface and locating the points in the field.
3. Why Survey
Surveying allows us to get accurate and valid measurements of things that are on the
surface of the earth.
Phases of Survey
Field Work
* Data Procurement Phase
Office Work
* Analysed
* Reduced to useful form by mathematical calculations
* Adjusted
* Frequently converted to graphical mode of Expression
5. The Plain Surveying Is That Type Of Surveying In Which Earth Surface Is
Considered As A Plane And The Curvature Of The Earth Is Ignored. In Such
Surveying A Line Joining Any Two Stations Is Considered To Be Straight. The
Triangle Formed By Any Three Points Is Considered As A Plane Triangle, And
The Angles Of The Triangle Are Considered As Plain Angles.
Surveying Is Carried Out For A Small Area Of Less Than 250 Km2
. It Is Carried
Out By Local Or State Agencies Like R & B Department, Irrigation Department,
Railway Department.
Plain Surveying
7. GEODETIC SURVEYING
The Geodetic Surveying Is That Type Of Surveying In Which The Curvature Of The Earth Is Taken Into
Account. It Is Generally Extended Over Larger Areas. The Line Joining Any Two Stations Is Considered As
Curved Line. The Triangle Formed By Any Three Points Is Considered To Be Spherical And The Angles Of The
Triangle Are Considered To Be Spherical Angles. Geodetic Surveying Is Conducted By The Survey Of India
Department And Is Carried Out For A Larger Area Exceeding 250 Km2
10. Difference Between Plain Surveying & Geodetic Surveying
No. Plain Surveying Geodetic Surveying
1 The earth surface is considered as plain
Surface.
The earth surface is considered as Curved Surface.
2. The Curvature of the earth is ignored The curvature of earth is taken into account.
3 Line joining any two stations is considered
to be straight
The line joining any two stations is considered as
spherical.
4. The triangle formed by any three points is
considered as plain
The Triangle formed by any three points is
considered as spherical.
5. The angles of triangle are considered as
plain angles.
The angles of the triangle are considered as
spherical angles.
6. Carried out for a small area < 250 km2
Carried out for a small area > 250 km2
11. CLASSIFICATION OF SURVEYING
Survey can be classified into various categories depending on
methods used and nature of the field, based on Purpose & Based
on Instruments
Classification based on Nature of field
Land Survey
Land Survey is done on land to prepare plan and maps of a given area.
Topographical, city and cadastral surveys are some of the examples of land
surveying
Land Survey Maps
12. Hydrological Surveying
This survey is conducted on or near the body of water such as lake, river,
coastal area. This Survey consists of locating shore lines of water bodies.
Hydrological
Maps
13. Astronomical Survey
This survey is conducted for the determining of latitudes, longitudes,
azimuths, local time, etc. for various places on earth by observing
heavenly bodies ( sun or the stars).
Astronomical Survey Map
14. Aerial Survey
An aerial survey is conducted from aircraft. Aerial cameras take
photographs of the surface of the earth in overlapping strips of land. This is
also known as photographic survey.
Aerial Survey Map
15. Classification based on Purpose
Geological Survey
In this both surface and subsurface surveying are conducted to locate
different minerals and rocks. In addition, geological features of the terrain
such as folds and faults are located.
Geological Survey Map
16. Mine Survey
Mine Survey includes include both surface and underground surveys. It is
conducted for the exploration of mineral deposits and to guide tunneling and
other operations associated with mining.
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Mine Survey Map
17. Archaeological Survey
It is conducted to locate relics of antiquity, civilization, kingdoms, forts,
temples, etc.
Military Survey
It has a very important and critical applications in the military. Aerial
surveys are conducted for this purpose. It is conducted to locate strategic
positions for the purpose of army operations.
Archaeological Survey Map
Military Survey Map
18. Classification based on Instruments.
Chain Survey
This is the simplest type of surveying in which only linear measurements are
made with a chain or a tape. Angular measurements are not taken.
20. Chain and compass survey:
In this survey linear measurements are made with a chain or a tape and
angular measurements with a compass.
21. Plane Table Surveying
It is a graphical method of surveying in which field works and plotting both
are done simultaneously.
22. Theodolite Survey
In theodolite survey the horizontal angles are measured with the
theodolite more precisely than compass and the linear measurements are
made with a chain or tape
23. Tachometry Survey
A special type of theodolite known as tachometer is used to determine
horizontal and vertical distances indirectly
24. Leveling Survey
This type of survey is used to determine the vertical distances (elevations)
and relative heights of points with the help of an instrument known as level.
26. EDM (Electronic Distance Measurement) Survey
In this type of survey all measurements ( length, angles, co-ordinates) are
made with the help of EDM instrument ( i.e.. Total Station).
27. GPS (Global Positioning Systems) Survey
GPS was rapidly adapted for surveying, as it can give a position (Latitude, Longitude and Height) directly,
without the need to measure angles and distances between intermediate points. Survey control could
now be established almost anywhere and it was only necessary to have a clear view of the sky so the
signal from the GPS satellites could be received clearly.
28. DGPS (Differential Global Positioning Systems) Survey
This Type of Surveys Which Are Carried Out Using The Differential GPS. It Achieves Higher Positional
Accuracy By Making Use Of The Differential Capabilities Of Two Or More GPS Antenna Linked By A Radio Signal.
29. Classification Based on methods.
Triangulation
Triangulation is basic method of surveying, when the area to be surveyed
is large, triangulation is adopted. The entire area is divided into network
of triangles.
30. Traversing
A Traversing is circuit of survey lines. It may be open or closed. When the
linear measurements are done with a chain and a tape and the directions
or horizontal angles are measured with a compass or a theodolite
respectively the survey is called traversing.
Open Traversing Map
Closed Traversing Map