Search unanswered questions...
Enter a question here...

What is a theodolite?

[Edit]

Answer

A theodolite is a measuring instrument invented in the late 18th century. It was used as an early surveying tool, and was extremely acurate. Thomas Jefferson used such an instrument during his time as a surveyor. Later versions are also known as "Dumpy Theodolite", while 20th century versions use extremely fine optics, or lasers. The tool in it's present,modern versions is indespensible as a surveying/mapping tool.

Improve Answer Discuss the question "What is a theodolite?" Watch Question

First answer by ID3451680012. Last edit by ID3451680012. Question popularity: 19 [recommend question]

Research your answer:

Answers.com > Wiki Answers > Categories > Home and Garden > Home Improvement > What is a theodolite?

Our contributors said this page should be displayed for the questions below. (Where do these come from)
If any of these are not a genuine rephrasing of the question, please help out and edit these alternates.
Findings of theodolite?  Uses of the theodolite?  What is the theodolite?  Definition of theodolite?  How do you use theodolite?  Setting up the theodolite?  The function of theodolite?  What is theodolite used for?  What is theodolite surveying?  What is a theodolite used for?  What does a theodolite measure?  In theodolite what is a traveller?  Whats is the meaning of theodolite?  What does the word theodolite mean?  You want have a look of theodolite?  Where is the theodolite in a triangle?  What are a theodolite and a goniometer?  What is the important use of theodolite?  How do you use theodolite in your daily life?  What is a theodolite and what does it contain?