Recording Methods

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  • Created on: 21-05-17 12:11

Total Station Theodolite

  • An electronic theodolite combined into an electronic distance meter and an electronic data collector.
  • The main purpose of using this tool is to impose a grid on the site to locate every artefact and feature in 3D space and to make topographic maps of the site.
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EDM

  • Electronic Distance Meter
  • Any surveying or mapping instrument using electronics and infrared or laser beams in measuring and calculating distances, points and angles.
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Plum Line

  • A string with a metal weight at one end that points directly towards the earth's centre of gravity and so is used to determine vertically, the depth of water.
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Levelling Staff

  • An instrument which takes vertical measurements and which is much used in excavation for the recording of accurate depths of features, especially for making maps and identifying the location of artefacts.
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Planning Frame

  • A square/rectngular chassis that is used to assist with planning features.
  • By laying the frame over an area that is to be planned/drawn, the planner can carefully observe the material to be drawn and transfer this to the drawing board.
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