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A beginner's guide to uncertainty of measurement.

Bell, S A (2001) A beginner's guide to uncertainty of measurement. Measurement Good Practice Guide. 11

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Abstract

A gentle and short introduction to uncertainty of measurement for beginners, including laboratories preparing for UKAS accreditation. The guide explains the concept and importance of measurement uncertainty, using examples from everyday life. It illustrates how to estimate uncertainty in real measurement situations, showing a detailed uncertainty calculation step by step.

Item Type: Report/Guide (Measurement Good Practice Guide)
Last Modified: 02 Feb 2018 13:17
URI: https://eprintspublications.npl.co.uk/id/eprint/1568
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