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I was told mine does. I have to learn how to use it.
Good methodology!
Interesting. I would love to see the code for that!
Good point!
Assuming your level is in good working order.
When I was surveying in south Florida, I used to see bench mark descriptions like "Set "x"-cut in north bolt of top flange of fire hydrant located at ...
The only thing that bothers me is setting two traverse points close together. If the two traverse points are 50' apart, I could be taking a 50' backsi...
I think my use of "primary" and "secondary" traverse points is confusing. There would only be one traverse (control loop). I never knew that a bearing...
Maybe the PLS wants to do use a bearing-bearing intersection. Maybe the PLS is uncomfortable adjusting the traverse and then adjusting the side shots....
The field crews were just discussing how to do what the PLS wants. If we set a "secondary" traverse point close to a "primary" traverse point just to ...
I haven't found anything concerning that yet.
No. The distance is inconsequential. Aside from that, you should always check into a second benchmark.
@ everyone Thanks for all the replies! I need to do some research and figure everything out.
@ MightyMoe Thanks for replying! You think it might be a network problem? I normally see residuals tighten up over a 3 minute session. The residuals s...