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clinometer [klə′näm·əd·ər] (engineering) A hand-held surveying device for measuring vertical angles; consists of a sighting tube surmounted by a graduated vertical arc with an attached level bubble; used in meteorology to measure cloud height at night, in conjunction with a ceiling light, and in ordnance for boresighting. Also known as Abney level. A device for measuring the amount of roll aboard ship. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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There's also a clinometer that measures slope angle to help calculate avalanche risk and the barometer helps track weather conditions. Each team receives a plastic envelope containing reproductions of artwork that portrays Yosemite, a map of the valley floor, a clinometer to measure angles, a protractor, tape measure, and these instructions: Go by foot, shuttlebus, or van, and search for the precise location from which you think the artwork was made. Flap inclination was measured using an inclinometer (Lucas Accustar Sensing Clinometer, model 02383-09([double dagger])). |
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