[Stick486]

and inside work too..
sure cuts down on errors...

the CMP has trig and analytic geometry functions

 

[Stick486]

I used one like that for several years BC ,(Before Computers) in the field. Laying out building sites and setting benchmarks and grid lines, and grades, and slopes to catch basins. Calculating quantities of fill and cubic yards of concrete etc. Also handy for calculating amount of forms and footing formed and poured per day while standing in a plan shack in the middle of the site,figuring lumber ordering and materials plus figuring manpower requirements to meet schedules.
Herb

seems like you never used it to it's full potential..

 

[Stick486]

That is just some of the things I used it for besides the basic rafter ,stair, slopes, And when the Architect calls out on the plans for the rise on steps to be 7 11/13".
Herb

and laying out compound compounds and polygons and and and...

 

[Stick486]

One time I remember we had to layout a curved wall that the center point of the curve was 25' outside the exterior wall of the building. the problem was we were on the 50th floor.

Another was laying out a concrete footing for the bleachers at the University Stadium that was centered between the goal posts with a 120' radius that was 45' elevation above the field.
Herb

forgot your CM did'ja???

 

[Stick486]

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say what???

 

[Stick486]

When I went to electronics school in 1974 we used slide rules.

I remember those...
still have my 1st one...

 

[Stick486]

Bryon, wish we had calculators when I was in school instead of slide rules.
Herb

for sure...

 

[Stick486]

I remember those...
still have my 1st one...

...still got my Cooke's Radio Slide Rule w/scabbard...LOL

You guys are good, wish I still had mine.

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