Measurement Errors and Uncertainties: Theory and Practice [Hardcover]

Semyon Rabinovich (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0387253580 | ISBN-13: 978-0387253589 | Publication Date: August 15, 2005 | Edition: 3rd

A practical reference on theory and methods of estimating measurement errors and uncertainty for both scientists and engineers in industry and experimental research. Building on the fundamentals of measurement theory, this book offers a wealth of practial recommendations and procedures. It differs from the majority of books in that it balances coverage of probabilistic methods with detailed information on the characterization, calibration, standardization and limitations of measuring instruments, with specific examples from both electrical and mechanical systems. In addition to a general updating to reflect current research, new material in this edition includes increased coverage of indirect measurements, with a new, simpler, more efficient method for this class of measurements.

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Reviews from previous editions "Extremely useful to meteorologists and to anyone interested in measurement errors" (MEASUREMENT SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY) "I suggest that every technical library should own a copy of Measurement Errors. Serious experimentalists whose interests are broad will surely want to examine the book with the intent of buying it". (Applied Mechanics Review)

Language Notes

Text: English (translation)
Original Language: Russian --This text refers to the Paperback edition.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 320 pages
• Publisher: Springer; 3rd edition (August 15, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0387253580
• ISBN-13: 978-0387253589
• Product Dimensions: 9.4 x 6.2 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,843,085 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Advanced Book About Metrology, June 10, 2003

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This review is from: Measurement Errors and Uncertainties: Theory and Practice (Paperback)

As an experimental physicist by education I picked up this book to brush up my measurement knowledge. I was really surprised to discover that this book is about metrology and not experimental physics measurements. In fact it was very educating for me to read about the many differences between those two closely related trades.

Especially I liked the first chapter it has a philosophical depth. Most of it can be read like poetry: enjoying every day a few pages. The deep and thoughtful understanding of the author is stunning.

The following chapters are of a strong varying quality: some trivial, some educational. The mathematics can be followed (or looked up) by people with a physics background. It is not always clear to me why at some points the details of the calculations are spelled out and at others not.

This book is definitely not a textbook or an introduction to the field. You should already have a basic knowledge of the subject.