New Prefixes in the SI: ronto, quecto, ronna, quetta
As of November 2022, in its first update to prefixes since 1991, the International System of Units (SI) now includes prefixes ronna, quetta, ronto, and […]
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US Customary System Conversions
Two systems of weights and measures are derived from English Units: the US Customary System and the British Imperial System. Neither is dominant worldwide, but […]
US Customary System: An Origin Story
The United States’ uniqueness is reflected in omnifarious facets of life. Just look at units of measurement. While most nations use the metric system, the […]
The “M” in Standards
Regardless of industry, each standard has a unique designation, each component of which conveys its background. In these designations, numbers (and some letters) represent the […]
Metric Practice Guide for the Welding Industry
The AWS (American Welding Society) Metrication Policy states, in part, “The AWS supports a timely transition to the use of SI units.” Stipulations like this […]