
Materials for Civil and Construction Engineers (4th Edition)
4th Edition
ISBN: 9780134320533
Author: Michael S. Mamlouk, John P. Zaniewski
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 1, Problem 1.52QP
Repeat Problem 1.51 using the dial gauge shown in Figure P1.52.
1.51 Referring to the dial gauge shown in Figure P1.51, determine
a. Accuracy
b. Sensitivity
c. Range, given that the small pointer moves one division for each full turn of the large pointer
d. Which of the preceding items can be improved through calibration?
e. For measuring devices, which of the following two statements is always true?
(i) Accuracy cannot exceed sensitivity
(ii) Sensitivity cannot exceed accuracy
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Chapter 1 Solutions
Materials for Civil and Construction Engineers (4th Edition)
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