STATUS OF MASS METROLOGY AT NIST IN 2000
Z. J. Jabbour
Abstract:
This paper summarizes the activities in mass metrology at NIST. lt includes a description of the facilities and the procedures used in the dissemination of the mass unit. This paper also discusses the research efforts to understand and characterize the stability of mass standards, especially the US national prototype kilograms K4 and K79. The on-going research for the development of improved transfer standards of mass is also reported.
Keywords:
mass metrology, stability of mass standards
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IMEKO-WC-2000-TC3-P076.pdf
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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
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