Comparative analysis of modern electronic theodolites, total stations and laser rangefinders
This article describes three kinds of modern surveying equipment: electronic theodolite, total station and laser rangefinder. For a detailed analysis were taken specifications of devices of several leading manufacturers: Leica, Topcon, Sokkia, RGK, BOSCH. Revealed their strengths and weaknesses both in general and in relation to each other. Showing the most suitable applications, features use. Despite the wide range of modern geodetic instruments, the question remains the ratio of their prices and quality. A detailed study of the technical characteristics, taking into account the application of a device allows you to make the most appropriate choice of specialist. Proper selection of work equipment subsequently affects the accuracy, speed and cost of execution.