Pantometer. 16th century engraving showing the design of a pantometer. This is used to determine the bearing and elevation to a given point. The base plate is turned to align with the object and the bearing read from a compass. A sighting bar is then raised to determine the elevation. This engraving was first published in The Navigator's Supply by William Barlowe,printed at London in 1597 | |
Lizenzart: | Lizenzpflichtig |
Credit: | Science Photo Library / Middle Temple Library |
Bildgröße: | 4948 px × 3661 px |
Modell-Rechte: | nicht erforderlich |
Restrictions: | - |