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 | |
Licence : | Droits gérés |
Crédit: | Science Photo Library / Middle Temple Library |
Taille de l’image : | 4948 px × 3661 px |
Model Release : | Non requis |
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