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BEING THE SURVEYOR OF AN AIRFORCE BASE DURING THE 1980’s

BEING THE SURVEYOR OF AN AIRFORCE BASE DURING THE 1980’s

BEING THE SURVEYOR OF AN AIRFORCE BASE DURING THE 1980’s Introduction The South African Defence Force, now the South African National Defence Force (SANDF), was involved in a Bosoorlog or Grens oorlog (Bush war or Border war)1 from 1966 till 1989. In order to protect the...

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How accurate are land survey measurements?

I get the same question a lot. "Why can't I just survey my land with my phone? It has GPS in it." The truth is while smartphones are convenient and useful for many tasks, they are not suitable for professional land surveying. To ensure accurate...

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National Surveyors Week, Surveying Jobs and Resources - oh my!

Happy National Surveyors Week and we hope you are doing well. This has been an entire week of celebrating the Land Surveying profession, here in the USA. This week we accepted our 19,600th member, got a new home page for the...

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The Great Diamond Hoax of 1872 - Upended - Part II

The Great Diamond Hoax of 1872 Upended - Part 2 - Snapshot - Compressed.pdf

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Land Surveyor Internships

Many surveyors who graduate from survey school are dumbfounded when they first enter the field. It can quickly occur to them that everything they learned about...

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How BIM can affect Quantity Surveyors?

BIM automates core processes for quantity surveyors in the preconstruction stage by reinforcing the 3D BIM model with material and component cost estimates, model-based BOMs, and scheduling. The role of a...

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Importance of Point Cloud to BIM Modeling Services

Point Cloud to BIM modeling services make it possible for AEC surveying companies to base their designs on actual as-built dimensions and conditions of a site or structure, as contained...

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Unleashing the Power of Collaboration: Drones and Ground Scanners for Comprehensive Data Collection and Analysis

Drones in collaboration with fixed and mobile ground scanners can indeed provide a powerful solution for various applications. Let's explore how this combination can be advantageous.Aerial Perspective: Drones offer a unique advantage of...

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How to Read a Land Survey

Land surveys are an important part of heritage and history and without them who knows what the world would look like. In fact, if it weren't for land surveys, we would not have maps. And although you should always consult a professional land surveyor...

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Land Mentor Software License Registration is Now FREE! Thanks Neighborhood Innovations!

Land Mentor Software is Now Free for Land Surveyors United Members! July 1st, 2022: ‘Land Mentor’ Land Development now free Neighborhood Innovations, LLC. is gifting the land...

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On Accuracy in Surveying Calculations

In surveying, accurate measurements and precise calculations are paramount in obtaining reliable results. However, simply obtaining results is only half the battle. It is equally important to...

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Reasons Why the Public Should Not Attempt to Survey Their Own Land

The Ethical & Practical Reasons for Not Surveying Your Own Property Of course, this is a community of Land Surveyors so the following will not be...

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New ALTA/NSPS Land Title Survey Standards to Take Effect in February 2021

Effective February 23, 2021, the 2016 Minimum Standard Detail Requirements for ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys are being replaced with the new 2021 Minimum Standard Detail Requirements for ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys (“2021 Standards”). The 2021 Standards...

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Survey Legal Descriptions Guide + AI Tool for Surveyors

Introduction to Legal Descriptions for Surveyors:Land surveying is the process of measuring and mapping the physical features of a piece of land. It involves the...

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Understanding How to Perform Traverse Correction in EXCEL /Transit Rule/Bowditch Rule- Closed Traverse

Traverse correction is a process used by land surveyors to adjust measurements taken during a traverse, which is a series of connected surveying lines or sides. The correction process ensures that the final traverse is accurate and meets the required...

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THE GREAT DIAMOND HOAX OF 1872 - UPENDED - Part III

The Great Diamond Hoax of 1872 Upended - Part 3 - Snapshot - Compressed.pdf

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What is a Zenith and how is a Zenith used in Land Surveying?

In land surveying, the zenith is the point directly above the observer's location. It is the highest point in the sky and can be used as a reference for measuring angles and...

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Collection of Surveying Articles to Learn Something New

Download this collection of Surveying Articles added to the community so far! The articles within are geared to help new surveyors get a better understanding of what is expected of them and as such, will not be totally applicable to all areas of the world. We need to know if what is presented...

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Qualifications for Land Surveyors

Land surveying is a very rewarding and exciting career path - with no two days exactly the same. Land surveyors get the best of both worlds sharing their working day between the outdoors and the office. In this article and guide we shall look at land surveying...

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The Great Diamond Hoax of 1872 - Upended - Part 1

The Great Diamond Hoax of 1872 Upended - Part 1 - Snapshot - Compressed.pdf

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