A Practical Treatise On The Adjustment Of The Theodolite

A Practical Treatise On The Adjustment Of The Theodolite: And A Few Hints To Young Surveyors is a book written by Robert Spalding in 1832. The book provides a comprehensive guide to the adjustment of the theodolite, a surveying instrument used for measuring angles in horizontal and vertical planes. The author explains the principles and techniques of theodolite adjustment, including the adjustment of the telescope, the vertical axis, the horizontal axis, and the level bubbles. The book also includes a few hints and tips for young surveyors, such as how to choose a good surveying station and how to take accurate measurements. The language used in the book is technical and precise, making it an essential reference for anyone involved in surveying or engineering. Overall, A Practical Treatise On The Adjustment Of The Theodolite: And A Few Hints To Young Surveyors is a valuable resource for surveyors, engineers, and anyone interested in the history of surveying technology.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.