Analysis of Dimensional Metrology Standards

摘要

This paper is an analysis of documentary standards related to dimensionalmetrology information, with recommendations regarding standards development. The analysis focuses on the degree to which existing standards and standards under development provide a complete set of non-overlapping specifications for information needed to perform automated dimensional metrology. The analysis was prepared in the Manufacturing Engineering Laboratory at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). The intent of the analysis is to assist users, vendors, and standards developers in the area of dimensional metrology. This analysis was presented at a meeting on metrology automation in May, 2001 and reflects the situation at that time. As of December, 2001, some progress has been made towards realizing the recommendations made here, but the situation is not radically different.