Types of Ranging Rod: Direct and Indirect | Linear Measurements| Surveying

Ranging rod is of two types i.e., direct ranging and indirect or reciprocal ranging.  Type # 1. Direct Ranging: Direct ranging can be done by any of the following two methods: (i) By judgment of eye, and (ii) By a line ranger. (i) Ranging by judgement of Eye: The surveyor stands about 2m behind the ranging rod at the starting [...]