What is a Reflectorless EDM capable of?

A Reflectorless Electronic Distance Measurement (EDM) instrument is designed to measure distances without the need for a physical reflector at the target point. This capability is particularly useful in surveying applications where placing a reflector is impractical, such as on uneven terrain, or when measuring across bodies of water or large obstacles.

When using a Reflectorless EDM, the device emits a signal that is reflected back to the instrument from the target surface, allowing for a direct measurement of the distance based solely on the characteristics of that surface. This means that the EDM can effectively utilize any surface, such as a wall, a tree, or even the ground itself, as the reflecting surface, enabling measurements to be taken in various and challenging environments.

This capability makes Reflectorless EDMs versatile tools in surveying, allowing surveyors to quickly obtain distance measurements in situations where traditional EDMs with reflectors would be cumbersome or impossible to use.