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Discussion of the Precision of Measurements: With Examples Taken Mainly From Physics and Electrical Engineering (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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Master the details that make measurements trustworthy and useful.
This classic guide shows how to plan, perform, and verify quantitative work in engineering and science, with an emphasis on precision and practical results.
The book explains direct and indirect measurements, how to judge accuracy, and how to distribute effort where it matters most. It offers clear rules, worked examples, and a framework you can apply to any measurement task—from simple experiments to large engineering projects—while keeping calculations approachable.- Understand when a result is indirect and how component measurements drive the final value
- Learn practical methods for planning, reducing, and evaluating precision and error
- Explore rules for significant figures and decisions that impact reliability
- See illustrated examples from physics and electrical engineering to ground theory in practice
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book provides a comprehensive introduction to understanding the precision and accuracy of quantitative measurements. The author presents a structured methodology for evaluating both direct and indirect measurements, allowing for rigorous, objective analysis. The book addresses the inherent errors and uncertainties of measurements, offering practical methods to identify, minimize, and account for them. By examining the effects of variable and constant errors, the book establishes principles for determining the most effective approaches to measurement, balancing precision and accuracy with the resources available. It emphasizes the importance of understanding the relationship between component measurements and their aggregate precision. The insights presented in this book empower researchers and practitioners to make well-informed decisions, optimize their measurement strategies, and develop a deep understanding of the limitations and possibilities of quantitative measurements. By providing a systematic framework for assessing and improving measurement precision, it enhances the reliability and validity of scientific and engineering investigations. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781331971863_0
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