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13 paź 2015 · TBS-PAT-1002f Given a military topographic map, protractor, string, and paper, determine distance between two points using bar scale within tolerance of 30 meters. Maps. Definition of Maps. A map...
Measure Distance on a Military Map. A graphic scale is a ruler printed on the map and is used to convert distances on the map to actual ground distances. The graphic scale is divided into two parts. To the right of the zero, the scale is marked in full units of measure and is called the primary scale.
Map scale is ALWAYS shown on a map. Shown below is a British M726, 1:50,000 scale map with the ratio and scale lines shown. Estimating and measuring distance. As maps show a grid and have scale lines, it is possible to estimate or measure distances for use on the ground or on a map.
The Military Grid Reference System (MGRS) is the geocoordinate standard used by NATO militaries for locating points on Earth. The MGRS is derived from the Universal Transverse Mercator (UTM) grid system and the Universal Polar Stereographic (UPS) grid system, but uses a different labeling convention.
Measure Area. The measurement of an area calculates and displays the area between three or more points on the map. To start measuring an area: Press the ‘Measure distance’ button (button turns blue) Click onto the map to set the starting point. Every click will add a point for measurement.
Plan missions by drawing directly on the map. Measure distances, find MGRS coordinates, calculate azimuth, and so much more.
The scale of the map permits the user to convert distance on the map to distance on the ground or vice versa. The ability to determine distance on a map, as well as on the earth’s surface, is an important factor in planning and executing military missions.
