Trilateration

Fix an unknown point by means of horizontal distances from two known points.

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SURVEYCALCTRILATERATION

 

 

This function allows you to fix an unknown point by means of horizontal distances from two known points. This is also known as an 'arc-arc intersection' calculation.

There are two possible solutions to the calculation, and a selection must be made as to which of the two should be stored. The complete calculation for both is listed in order to facilitate the selection.

Procedure

  1. The Trilateration Calculation options display.

  1. Fill in the relevant data and click Process.

  2. The Point Adoption options display.

  1. Select one of the two points and click OK.