Surveying Reflectors-White Paper Characteristics and Influences

This paper presents an overview of the different factors regarding surveying reflectors that should be considered by the surveyor in order to ensure the highest quality surveys. First, the properties and differences between round prisms and 360°reflectors are explained. We will discuss the assembly of the reflectors and why they have different reflector constants. As well, we discuss the typical applications for each of the reflectors. Secondly we’ll show which properties have an influence on angle and distance measurements, e.g. the Anti-reflex coating. And last, we will point out what influences remain in the hands of the surveyor, relying on how well setup the survey instrument is and the use of a high quality tribrach and tripod.