FEMA US&R Response Sys/U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
STRUCTURES SPECIALIST SKILLS TRAINING
October 2007
TST – Total Station Training
Theodolite vs. Total Station
1.
Theodolites measure horizontal and vertical angles
2.
Total Stations combine theodolites with the ability to measure distance.
Infra-red Light Emitting Diode uses a continuous signal and measures the
shift between light emitted by the EDM and the reflected signal to measure
distance. A reflecting target such as a prism or reflector sheet is used.
Pulse
Laser
Diode transmits a timed-
pulse infrared signal and measures the time
required for the pulse of infrared light to travel
from the instrument to the target and back to
determine distance. A prism is not necessary,
however, this technology has limited distance
capability (about 300 feet).
Tools Contained in the Case
1)
Nikon NPL-352
2)
Mini Prism, Pole, and Tips
3)
Batteries and Charger
4)
Power Inverter
5)
Shoulder Straps
6)
User's Manual
7)
Instrument Rain Cover
8)
Right Angle Eyepiece:
The right angle eyepiece is used when sighting points at angles greater
than 45° to the horizontal. The existing eyepiece must be unscrewed from the
unit and placed onto the sighting end of the right angle eyepiece.
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