Land surveying professionals are commonly seen with equipment mounted on tripods as they go about their work. While most people understand that this has something to do with surveying, far fewer recognize what these attachments are and what they’re used for. Here’s a closer look at the tools surveyors rely on each day.

Top 3 Land Surveying Tools

1. Theodolite

Theodolites use optical plummets and bubble levels to help a surveyor determine angular measurements. The surveyor looks through the unit’s mounted telescope, aligns the theodolite with the target, and takes horizontal and vertical angle measurements. Most modern electronic theodolites use a digital readout and an internal magnifying optical system to ensure pinpoint accuracy.

2. Total Station

Total stations combine digital theodolites with electronic distance meters. This makes it easier to read slope distance while also improving the accuracy and efficiency of the measurements. The use of electronic distance meters even allows unseen points to be utilized in a land survey.

Many total stations utilize advanced robotics that allows them to capture images during surveying as well as provide electronic sketching and documentation. This automated setup enables some land surveying to be processed remotely.

3. Transit Level

A transit level is a high-precision telescope that’s primarily used when establishing reference lines during surveying. The transit level platform includes graduated circles and verniers that allow surveyors to take accurate measurements of horizontal and vertical angles. Locking levers and clamp screws ensure the telescope lens is held in place so that surveyors can obtain error-free measurements.

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