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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.

Table of Contents
History of Geodesy.
Earth's Shape.
Units of Measure.
Traditional Survey Positioning Techniques.
Geodetic Systems.
Physical Geodesy.
World Geodetic System.
Satellite Geodesy.
Very Long Baseline Interferometry.
Global Positioning System.
Gravity.
Gyroscope.
Inertial Surveying.
Velocity of Light, EDM, and Laser Ranging.
Projections.
Examples of Modern Projects.
Bibliography.
About the Author.
Index.

Introduction to Geodesy

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      Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc
      Publication Date: Publication Date: 16/05/1997
      ISBN13: 9780471166603, 978-0471166603
      ISBN10: 047116660X
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      Description

      Book Synopsis
      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.

      Table of Contents
      History of Geodesy.
      Earth's Shape.
      Units of Measure.
      Traditional Survey Positioning Techniques.
      Geodetic Systems.
      Physical Geodesy.
      World Geodetic System.
      Satellite Geodesy.
      Very Long Baseline Interferometry.
      Global Positioning System.
      Gravity.
      Gyroscope.
      Inertial Surveying.
      Velocity of Light, EDM, and Laser Ranging.
      Projections.
      Examples of Modern Projects.
      Bibliography.
      About the Author.
      Index.

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