National Physical Laboratory

A Beginner's Guide to Uncertainty of Measurement

A Beginner's Guide to Uncertainty of Measurement

Good Practice Guide No. 11

A Beginner's Guide to Uncertainty of Measurement

Author: Stephanie Bell

Every measurement has some uncertainty. This guide provides a gentle introduction to the basic concepts of measurement uncertainty, using examples from everyday life.

Useful for beginner’s to measurement, including laboratories preparing for UKAS accreditation.

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Last Updated: 1 Oct 2012
Created: 20 Sep 2012