Determination of the Most Appropriate Least Squares Method for Position Determination in a Triangulation Network

Omogunloye O.G.1, Qaadri J. A.2, Oladiboye O.E3 and Oshode J. O4 1Dept. of Surveying and Geoinformatics, University of Lagos, Lagos 2Dept. of Surveying and Geoinformatics, Federal School of Surveying, Oyo, Oyo State 3Dept. of Surveying and Geoinformatics, Yaba Tech, Lagos 4Dept. of Surveying and Geoinformatics, University of Lagos, Lagos E-mail: gabolushohan@yahoo.com

ABSTRACT

The Fundamental Least Squares Observation Equation Method of Adjustment is reviewed using a case study of a Triangulation network. Four Alternative techniques were applied. They are: Simultaneous, Sequential, Phase and Combined (Phase &
Sequential). Based on computational results obtained from these techniques suggestions were made as to the merit of one method over the other.