Glosarium

The mathematical process of converting geographic coordinates from one reference system to another.

A legal document that transfers ownership of real property from one party to another.

The process of measuring and analyzing changes in the shape, position, or dimensions of structures and geological formations over time using specialized surveying techniques.

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A surveying method that determines elevation differences between points by taking measurements with a leveling instrument and level rod.

A surveying method that determines the precise geographic coordinates of captured imagery or data in real-time without requiring ground control points.

An autonomous flight control system that enables unmanned aerial vehicles to navigate and execute pre-programmed missions without real-time human intervention.

DSM ay isang digital na representasyon ng terrain na ginawa mula sa aerial o satellite imagery at LiDAR data.

DTM ay isang digital na representasyon ng terrain o lupa na nagpapakita ng elevation at topographic features sa pamamagitan ng numerical data.

A proprietary binary and ASCII file format used for storing 2D and 3D design data, widely adopted in surveying and CAD applications for exchanging spatial information.

E57 is an open-source file format standard for storing and exchanging 3D imaging data, point clouds, and associated metadata from laser scanners and imaging devices.

E57 is an open-source 3D imaging data format designed for storing point clouds, images, and metadata from laser scanners and other 3D measurement devices.

The process of moving, excavating, and placing soil and rock materials during construction and land development projects.

A legal right granted to use another person's land for a specific purpose without owning it.

EDM ay isang advanced na teknolohiya sa pagsusukat ng distansya gamit ang electromagnetic waves para sa tumpak na surveying at mapping.

EGNOS is a regional satellite-based augmentation system that enhances GPS accuracy for surveying and navigation across Europe.

A three-dimensional geometric shape formed by rotating an ellipse around one of its axes, commonly used in surveying to model Earth's shape.

The vertical distance from the Earth's ellipsoid surface to a point measured along the normal to the ellipsoid.

Emlid Flow is a cloud-based platform for processing and analyzing survey data collected with Emlid GNSS receivers.

The unauthorized extension of a structure, improvement, or boundary beyond its legal limits onto adjacent property.

Moment spécifique dans le temps utilisé comme référence pour les mesures géodésiques et les observations astronomiques.

EPSG adalah sistem kode internasional yang mengidentifikasi sistem koordinat dan proyeksi peta yang digunakan dalam survei dan pemetaan.

The process by which uncertainties in measured values combine to produce uncertainty in calculated results.

ETRS89 is the European Terrestrial Reference System 1989, a geocentric coordinate reference system used for mapping and surveying across Europe.

A detailed measurement and documentation of a building's exterior surface to assess condition, dimensions, and structural integrity.

A surveying technique where an arbitrary eastward offset is added to coordinate values to avoid negative numbers in a mapped region.

A constant value added to all northing coordinates in a map projection to ensure all coordinates within a mapped region are positive.

FGDC Standards are unified guidelines established by the Federal Geographic Data Committee to ensure consistency, quality, and interoperability of geographic data across U.S. federal agencies.

The process of adjusting and verifying surveying instruments in the field to ensure accurate measurements and correct systematic errors before data collection begins.

A surveying instrument or device used to manage and control field measurements and data collection in real-time during surveying operations.

A skilled surveyor or engineer who demonstrates exceptional practical knowledge and intuitive problem-solving abilities in outdoor land measurement and mapping work.

A comprehensive surveying workflow that integrates data collection in the field with office processing and final deliverables.

A mathematical method used in surveying to determine the most probable position of a point based on multiple observations and measurements.

A method in surveying and GPS positioning where ambiguities in carrier phase measurements are resolved by allowing integer values to vary or 'float' rather than being fixed to specific integers.

Floor flatness is a measure of the deviation of a floor surface from a perfectly plane reference, expressed as a ratio of deviation to distance.

Flugjaplaning is the process of determining optimal flight routes, altitude profiles, and operational parameters for surveying aircraft missions.

A surveying technique where an instrument or reflector is positioned directly over a survey point using mechanical guides to ensure precise vertical alignment.

A comprehensive measurement and documentation of a building's foundation to assess its condition, dimensions, and compliance with construction standards.

A surveying method where the instrument position is not on a marked point, but established by backsight measurements to known points.

Galileo is the European Union's global navigation satellite system that provides positioning, navigation, and timing services.

GCP ay isang set ng mga punto sa lupa na may kilalang koordinata, ginagamit bilang reference para sa surveying at mapping.

GDOP ay isang sukatan ng geometric na kalidad ng mga satellite na posisyon na ginagamit sa GPS surveying.

The science of measuring and mapping the Earth's shape, size, and gravitational field.

A location-based technology that uses GPS, RFID, or cellular data to create virtual boundaries around physical locations for triggering automated actions or alerts.

The equipotential surface of Earth's gravitational field that best approximates mean sea level and serves as the reference for measuring elevations.

The vertical distance between the ellipsoid and the geoid at a specific location on Earth's surface.

Geomatics is the discipline that integrates surveying, mapping, and spatial information technologies to collect, analyze, and manage geographic data.

Georectification is the process of aligning and transforming geographic data or images to match a known coordinate system and map projection.

The process of assigning geographic coordinates to spatial data such as maps, images, or documents to align them with real-world locations.

Information about physical locations and features on Earth's surface, referenced by geographic coordinates and used for mapping, analysis, and decision-making.