Plane table

A plane table (plain table prior to 1830) is a device used in surveying site mapping, exploration mapping, coastal navigation mapping, and related disciplines to provide a solid and level surface on which to make field drawings, charts and maps. The early use of the name plain table reflected its simplicity and plainness rather than its flatness. "Plane" refers to the table being both flat and levelled (horizontal).

For the mountain, see Plane Table.
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