About Theodolite Modal
Theodolite Model Product Description
The Theodolite Model is an interactive surveying and mathematical laboratory instrument designed to help students understand the principles of angular measurement, civil engineering, triangulation, and coordinate geometry. By simulating the mechanics of a real surveying theodolite, this working model enables students to measure vertical and horizontal angles through practical tracking exercises. It is widely utilized in high school mathematics laboratories, physics classrooms, and geography labs to connect trigonometry to field applications.
Features
- Movable tracking tube (sighting telescope) that pivots smoothly to measure incline and decline angles
- Large vertical circular protractor scale with a high-visibility red pointer needle
- Rotating base platform equipped with an integrated horizontal circular angle scale
- Built-in magnetic compass at the center of the base plate for orientation and directional alignment
- Three-point leveling base with adjustable thumb screws to calibrate flat placement on lab tables
- Durable, shatterproof plastic construction engineered for regular classroom usage
Applications
- Measuring the horizontal angle between two reference points or landmarks
- Determining vertical angles of elevation and depression to calculate the height of distant objects
- Practical field application of trigonometry, right-angled triangles, and triangulation formulas
- Exploring foundational concepts of civil engineering, land surveying, and mapping techniques
- Secondary school geometry labs, outdoor STEM activities, and geography data collection projects
Product Specifications
- Product Name: Educational Theodolite Model
- Components: Sighting Tube, Vertical Circular Scale, Pointer Needle, Central Support Bracket, Compass, Horizontal Scale Base, Leveling Thumb Screws
- Scale Range: Full 360-degree markings on both horizontal and vertical protractor matrices
- Usage: Middle and high school mathematics, geography, and physics lab instructional aid