Search
Menu
Gentec Electro-Optics Inc   - Measure With Gentec Accuracy LB

International Metrology Standards Move Online

Facebook X LinkedIn Email
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) in Gaithersburg, Md., and the International Bureau of Weights and Measures in Sèvres, France, have announced the establishment of an Internet database of international measurement standards. The action followed the quadrennial meeting of the General Conference on Weights and Measures in October 1999, where 38 nations agreed to mutually recognize their respective standards.

Companies and regulators can compare the measurement standards of national metrology institutes in other countries with those in their own. NIST director Ray Kammer said the ability to evaluate standards promotes trade by eliminating redundant product testing.
Zurich Instruments AG - Boost Your Optics 1-24 MR

Published: February 2000
Glossary
metrology
Metrology is the science and practice of measurement. It encompasses the theoretical and practical aspects of measurement, including the development of measurement standards, techniques, and instruments, as well as the application of measurement principles in various fields. The primary objectives of metrology are to ensure accuracy, reliability, and consistency in measurements and to establish traceability to recognized standards. Metrology plays a crucial role in science, industry,...
Businesslight speedmetrology

We use cookies to improve user experience and analyze our website traffic as stated in our Privacy Policy. By using this website, you agree to the use of cookies unless you have disabled them.