PiCUS TMSO Manual
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3 General Information
This chapter deals with general information and provides a rough overview of the components,
structure and functions of the PTMSO.
3.1 Intended use
PiCUS tree measurement technology offers tree experts a comprehensive set of diagnostic
tools for the detection and evaluation of defects on trees. To assess the stability of a tree, the
PiCUS TreeQinetic pulling test and the PTMS 3 / PTMSO are suitable methods for measuring
the root plate inclination in in-depth tree inspections.
The PTMSO is designed to measure and monitor 2 different types of events on trees:
short term inclination movements/vibrations of trees (mainly inclination due to wind
events), which typically have a duration of a few seconds
vibrations transmitted through the ground into the tree or directly mechanically
introduced into the tree
The system is theoretically able to measure such events on other objects besides trees.
However, the hardware, the internal data filtering, as well as the analysis and evaluation of the
data in the supplied PC software is specifically designed for the application on trees. The
results can therefore not be transferred to other objects without restrictions!
Please also note 3.2 Disclaimer!
Due to the measuring technique, the system is
not
suitable for reliable measurement of long-
term changes in inclination.
When using the system, the permissible ambient conditions described under
must be observed. Otherwise a faultless function of the system cannot be
guaranteed.
3.2 Disclaimer
Using the PTMSO on other objects than trees may damage the PTMSO, its components or
the object. The measurement results of the PTMSO require interpretation by qualified experts.
Conclusions about the condition of the tree, derived from the measurement data and analyses
generated by the PTMSO, are the sole responsibility of the person drawing the conclusion.
Neither the manufacturer of the PTMSO nor the seller can be held liable for consequences
arising from the application of the PTMSO.
If the measurements of the PTMSO show large inclinations which suggest that the tree
is felled, other test methods (e.g. PiCUS TreeQinetic pulling test) must be used in any
case to confirm the measurement result.
All technical specifications are subject to change without notice.