| Author(s): |
William C. Stone; |
| Title: |
Real-Time GPS and Non-Line-of-Sight Metrology |
| Published: |
May 01, 1996 |
| Abstract: |
I would like to pick up where Eric left off and describe the results of research which is currently underway at NIST in the field of construction metrology. Earlier I indicated that there were many technological steps along the way to implementing the real benefits of automation at a construction site. The underpinning of all of this is the need to know where things are. In the past this need has been met (in a minimal way) by static benchmarks and survey stakeouts provided by field crews. Even with digital total stations and laser or infrared based electronic distancing, this is a slow and tedious process. And it must be repeated many times during the course of a construction job as the geometry of the worked terrain changes. |
| Citation: |
NIST Interagency/Internal Report (NISTIR) - 5856 |
| Keywords: |
construction; technology transfer; robotics |
| Research Areas: |
Building and Fire Research |
| PDF version: |
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