Chaining;Instruments used for chaining

Unit 1- Surveying


Chaining:
Chaining is the term, which is used to denote the measuring distance either with the help of chain or a tape and is the most accurate method of making direct measurements.For a work of ordinary precision a chain can be used, but for higher precision a tape or special bar can be used.

Instruments for chaining:
  • Chain or Tape
  • Cross staff
  • Ranging rod
  • Arrows
  • Pegs
  • Plumb bob
  • Field book, pencil etc.,
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