FORCE METROLOGY AT NIST

S.L. Yaniv, T.W. Bartel
Abstract:
This paper describes the measurement services, the instrumentation and procedures available for force metrology at the National Institute of Standards and Technology, USA. The uncertainty in the forces realized over a range of 44 N to 53 MN is reviewed. The maintenance and the uncertainty of the voltage ratio indicating system for strain gage load cells are discussed.
Keywords:
force measurements, uncertainty, deadweight machines
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Event details
Event name:
XVI IMEKO World Congress
Title:

Measurement - Supports Science - Improves Technology - Protects Environment ... and Provides Employment - Now and in the Future

Place:
Vienna, AUSTRIA
Time:
25 September 2000 - 28 September 2000