Geodesy for the Layman

Abstract

The basic principles of geodesy are presented in an elementary form. The formation of geodetic datums is introduced and the necessity of connecting or joining datums is discussed. Methods used to connect independent geodetic systems to a single world reference system are discussed, including the role of gravity data. The 1983 edition of this publication contains an expanded discussion of satellite and related technological applications to geodesy and updated description of the World Geodetic System. The basic principles are presented through discussions of various geodetic topics such as: ellipsoids, geoid, horizontal surveying, leveling, geodetic datums and gravity.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Dec 01, 1983
Accession Number
ADA142764

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Space

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Altimeters
  • Artificial Satellites
  • Doppler Effect
  • Geodesy
  • Geodetic Satellites
  • Geodetic Surveys
  • Geography
  • Geometry
  • Global Positioning Systems
  • Measurement
  • Navigation
  • Observatories
  • Range Finding
  • Terrain
  • Topography
  • United States
  • World Geodetic System

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  • Business Analytics
  • Geodesy

Technology Areas

  • Space