Author Description
This is a handy reference for students, teachers, and practitioners in engineering, physics, sciences, and technical subjects. More than 3500 conversion factors are given; these have been calculated from primary conversion factors agreed internationally. All conversion factors are given to the greatest accuracy possible up to ten significant figures. The conversion factors are grouped into unit types by areas of science, and range from angular acceleration to volume flow. An appendix of agreed primary conversion factors is given. Also of practical help are appendices of common mathematical and engineering formulae.
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THE THESIS
This reference work addresses the need for a comprehensive, high-precision collection of unit conversion factors across scientific and engineering disciplines. Author James L. Cook provides a systematic compilation of over 3500 factors, derived from internationally agreed-upon primary standards. The text serves as a rigorous tool for students and professionals, ensuring accuracy up to ten significant figures for complex technical calculations.
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What You Will Find
- A comprehensive database of over 3500 unit conversion factors.
- Categorization of units by scientific area, ranging from angular acceleration to volume flow.
- An appendix detailing primary conversion factors agreed upon by international standards.
- Supplemental appendices containing common mathematical and engineering formulae for practical application.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Professionals and students frequently utilize this text as a reliable, high-precision reference for technical work. Experts highlight the book's utility in minimizing calculation errors through its adherence to internationally recognized standards.
Page Count:
176
Publication Date:
1991-08-15
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0198563493
ISBN-13:
9780198563495
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