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Bill,
Unfortunately Joel departed to some long trip
and cannot give more explanation now.
But I don't quite understand your idea either:
On Wed, 26 Apr 2006, Bill wrote:
> If I understand Joel, what this setup would
> measure is distance from the arc
> to the pivot point.
From WHICH point on the arc to the pivot point?
(The outer part of the arc consists of teeth.)
> I believe he suggests securing the sextant's arm and placing the dial
> indicator against the arc
Against what part of the arc? The only part of the arc which is relevant
is covered by teeth.
Alex.
