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<div class="definition"><div class="short_definition">A stationary instrument, mounted on a stand, that measures the angle subtended at the  stand by the [[horizon]] and an object in space.</div><br/> <div class="paragraph">The [[clinometer]] is a portable form of alidade frequently used with a [[ceiling projector]] to  determine the height of clouds. An alidade usually measures the [[elevation angle]] only; a [[theodolite]]  measures [[azimuth]] as well.</div><br/> </div>
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Latest revision as of 23:09, 27 March 2024

A stationary instrument, mounted on a stand, that measures the angle subtended at the stand by the horizon and an object in space.

The clinometer is a portable form of alidade frequently used with a ceiling projector to determine the height of clouds. An alidade usually measures the elevation angle only; a theodolite measures azimuth as well.

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