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Introduction to Kinematic Surveying
The kinematic data collection process requires at least two re-
ceivers collecting data simultaneously.
One receiver is called the base and must remain stationary
throughout the data collection. Typically, the base receiver will
occupy a survey point for which the precise position is already
known.
Once operational, the base system simply collects and stores
raw data from all satellites with line of sight to the GPS anten-
na (cf. Static survey).
The kinematic base is essentially the same as a static occupa-
tion.
The other simultaneously operating GPS receiver(s) during a
kinematic survey is (are) designated as the rover(s). The rover
unit(s) can move during the survey and are used to position
new points relative to the base.
There are two types of kinematic survey supported by the
ProMark3 system:
• Stop-and-go (designated as “stop-and-go” in the receiver
menus)
• Continuous kinematic (designated as “kinematic” in the
receiver menus).
Stop-and-Go
Stop-and-go surveying is best suited for collection of points.
During Stop-and-go, the system is centered over a point and
collects data for a period of time. The occupation time for
stop-and-go will typically range from 15-60 seconds.