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Introduction to Geodesy : The History and Concepts of Modern Geodesy, Paperback / softback Book

Introduction to Geodesy : The History and Concepts of Modern Geodesy Paperback / softback

Part of the Wiley Series in Surveying and Boundary Control series

Paperback / softback

Description

Geodesy is the science that deals with the Earth's figure and the interrelationship of selected points on its surface.

This is the only book on the market designed to provide readers with an introduction to geodesy without the usual emphasis on complex mathematics.

Describes such positioning techniques as horizontal and vertical geodetic datums.

Satellite geodesy, electromagnetic distance measurement, laser ranging and emerging technologies including the global positioning techniques and GIS are among the topics discussed.

Features scores of two-color diagrams and examples to facilitate understanding.

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Also in the Wiley Series in Surveying and Boundary Control series