The essence of measurement / Alan S. Morris.
By: Morris, Alan S
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BookSeries: Essence of engineering: Publisher: London ; New York : Prentice Hall, c1996Description: xii, 221 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.ISBN: 0133716759.Subject(s): Measurement | Engineering instrumentsDDC classification: 681.2 | Item type | Current library | Call number | Copy number | Status | Date due | Barcode | Item holds |
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| General Lending | MTU Bishopstown Library Lending | 681.2 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | 1 | Available | 00009902 |
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This text presents the subject of measurement, and its use within instrumentation systems, as an integrated and coherent subject. The principal aim of the book is to provide a thorough understanding of the theoretical considerations which govern the choice and usage of suitable instruments.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Principles of measurement -- Instrument characteristics -- Measurement errors -- Instrument calibration -- Signal processing, manipulation and transmission -- Bridge circuits -- Measurement of electrical signals and related quantities -- Data recording and presentation -- Common transducers.