If you need a precision instrument for measuring angles, elevation, and distances, a theodolite can be an excellent tool. Depending on the model, these instruments can support everything from land surveying and construction layout to atmospheric research and flight tracking. Theodolites can be used for a wide range of important tasks, including the following. Land Surveying Land surveying is one of the most familiar [...]
At Warren Knight, instrument calibration services have long been one of our areas of expertise. Calibration plays a critical role in ensuring accurate and reliable measurements, but in many industries, accuracy alone is not enough. Measurements must be traceable to nationally recognized standards, which is why we provide NIST traceable calibration. What Is Instrument Calibration? This is the process of comparing a measurement instrument [...]
While GPS, depth finders, sonar, and radar have allowed navigators to traverse the world’s waterways more safely and accurately than ever before, analog navigation instruments are essential tools that have never truly disappeared from the scene. From compasses to alidades to protractors, these mechanical tools offer precision, reliability, and independence from electronic systems. While it might seem easier to simply rely on more modern [...]
A collimator is a precision tool designed to establish a true line of sight, ensuring that instruments and targeting systems are perfectly aligned. In simple terms, it provides a reliable reference point that technicians and operators can use to check and correct optical accuracy. From defense applications such as artillery boresighting to instrument calibration, collimators play a critical role in maintaining accuracy and performance. [...]
Calibration equipment plays a critical role in ensuring the accuracy and reliability of various tools and devices used across a multitude of industries. From manufacturing and aerospace to healthcare and scientific research, precise measurements are often crucial for safety, quality control, and regulatory compliance. Calibration equipment allows us to verify and adjust these measurements, ensuring that instruments are operating within their specified parameters. Inaccuracies, [...]
At Warren Knight, we’ve been designing and manufacturing precision instruments for more than century, but many people don’t know that one of our areas of specialization includes calibration services, including NIST traceable calibration. What Is NIST Traceable Calibration? NIST is the National Institute of Standards and Technology, and this government agency, which is part of the United States Department of Commerce, sets standards for [...]
Mission: Accelerate Delivery of Bradley Fighting Vehicles The Bradley Fighting Vehicle is an essential tool for America’s ground troops in Iraq and Afghanistan. Designed to transport infantry, the Bradley offers armored protection, covering fire for dismounted troops, and weaponry to suppress enemy tanks and armored vehicles. The Bradley can accommodate nine: a crew of three (commander, gunner, driver) plus six fully-geared soldiers. BAE Systems of [...]
Alignment technology has become so accurate, portable, efficient, and interactive, that the number of applications in which calibration and leveling tasks can be done quickly or in real time has exploded, with the potential for enormous benefits, including saving lives. Missions: monitor dams for bulges, distortions monitor old bridges for warping, failures measure wind directions for fire fighters align windmill blades for max. efficiency measure skyscraper sway [...]
While a cool pair of military-grade binoculars might be a fun addition to your hunting or survival gear, if you want quality binoculars, military-type binoculars aren’t necessarily the only option to consider. In fact, understanding a bit about these optical instruments can help you determine which type is truly the best for your needs. Binoculars By The Numbers When you purchase military-grade binoculars or any [...]
If you need a high-quality telescopic marine alidade, the team at Warren Knight can help. But before we talk about our own amazing alidade, we wanted to share some fun facts about alidades and how they’ve been used throughout history. 1. Alidades Can Be Used For Surveying If you are a surveyor, an alidade can be a helpful instrument. An alidade can be used for [...]