Flack, D R; Hannaford, J (2006) Fundamental good practice in dimensional metrology. Measurement Good Practice Guide. 80

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Abstract

This good practice guide is written for those who need to make dimensional measurements but are not necessarily trained metrologists. On reading this guide you should have gained a basic knowledge of fundamental good practice when making dimensional measurements. An introduction to length units and key issues such as traceability and uncertainty is followed by some examples of typical sources of error in length measurement. Checking to specification, accreditation and measurement techniques are also covered along with an introduction to optical measurement techniques.

Item Type:	Report/Guide (Measurement Good Practice Guide)
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Keywords:	length
Subjects:	Engineering Measurements Engineering Measurements > Dimensional
Last Modified:	23 Feb 2026 09:16
URI:	https://eprintspublications.npl.co.uk/id/eprint/3360