Handbook of Dimensional Measurement

Overview The fifth edition features one completely new chapter covering The Measurement of Geometric Dimensions and Tolerances, while providing comprehensive state-of-the-art treatment of all known dimensional measurement devices and techniques. The Handbook of Dimensional Measurement is a unique resource organized into chapters by gage (gauge) type and function. Individual chapters move from simple to complex, from timeless measurement techniques to the most modern and innovative. As the single best (and most recognized and respected) reference on engineering measurement, the Fifth Edition improves its position as the most comprehensive source for dimensional measurement information available! Features Includes a completely new chapter covering The Measurement of Geometric Dimensions and Tolerances. Includes an improved and expanded illustration program, with 50 new figures and new digital photographs.Supplements discussions with nearly 600 illustrations, line drawings and photographs.Includes improvements and innovations made by the leading manufacturers of dimensional measurement equipment, hardware, and machinery from the last edition.Describes equipment, hardware, and machinery in explicit narrative detail.Brings all references to national and international standards up-to-date. IntroductionLine Graduated Measuring InstrumentsFixed GagesGage BlocksComparative Length Measurements with Mechanical and Electronic IndicatorsPneumatic GagingElectronic GagesEngineering MicroscopesOptical ProjectorsAngle MeasurementsThe Measurement of Straightness, Flatness and PerpendicularityThe Systems and Applications of Measuring MachinesProfile MeasurementsThe Measurement of Roundness and Circular ContoursSurface Texture MeasurementScrew Thread Gaging and MeasurementThe Measurement of GearsProcess Control GagingAutomated Dimensional MeasurementsNew Developments in Dimensional MeasurementThe Measurement of Geometric Dimensions and TolerancesAppendix A: Principle Changes and Technological Improvements by ChapterAppendix B: National and International Standards ReferencedIndex