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In response to the CIPM MRA, and to improve radioactivity measurements in the face of advancing technologies, the CIPMs consultative committee on ionizing radiation developed a strategic approach to the realization and validation of measurement
Carl G. Simon Jr., John Test, Michael Yaszemski, Reto Luginbuehl, Anthony Ratcliffe, Paul Tomlins
A Workshop on Standards & Measurements for Tissue Engineering Scaffolds was held on May 21, 2013 and was sponsored by the American Society of Testing and Materials International (ASTM International) in Indianapolis, IN. The purpose of the workshop was to
Choline is an essential nutrient that is required for normal cell function, with involvement in numerous cellular processes. Choline can be produced via de novo biosynthesis, but must be complimented with dietary intake to support optimum health. Foods
This report sets out proposed United States Government (USG) strategic objectives for pursuing the development and use of international standards for cybersecurity and makes recommendations to achieve those objectives. The recommendations cover interagency
This report provides background information and analysis in support of NISTIR 8074 Volume 1, Interagency Report on Strategic U.S. Government Engagement in International Standardization to Achieve U.S. Objectives for Cybersecurity. It provides a current
Massimiliano Ferrucci, Theodore D. Doiron, Robert M. Thompson, John Jones, Adam J. Freeman, Janice A. Neiman
Scales for forensic photography provide a geometrical reference in the photographic documentation of a crime scene. A common scale used by investigators is a plastic, L-shaped ruler that allows for a dimensional reference in the photographic documentation
Roger V. Bostelman, Tsai H. Hong, Elena R. Messina
U.S. and European safety standards have evolved to protect workers near Automated Guided Vehicles (AGV's). However, only recently performance standards have begun development for AGV's and mobile robots. Lessons can be learned for developing such a
Large amounts of data are generated, exchanged, and used during an additive manufacturing (AM) build. While the AM data from a single build is essential for establishing part traceability, when methodically collected, the full processing history of
Common Biometric Exchange Formats Framework (CBEFF) provides a standardized set of definitions and procedures that support the interchange of biometric data in standard data structures called CBEFF biometric information records (BIRs). CBEFF permits
Conformance testing is the method that is used to determine if a product, process or system (known as an implementation under test) satisfies the requirements specified in the base standard. The goal of conformance testing is to capture enough of the
One of the key concepts of a modernized smart grid is to combine modern communication technology with an improved electric grid to enable energy consumers to exchange information with energy suppliers in order to collaboratively manage electricity supply
Richard J. Norcross, Roger V. Bostelman, Joseph A. Falco
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is developing test methods for contact bumpers used on Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) as basis for safety standards. This paper describes proposed test methods, force measurements for contact
There are many types of first-responder equipment; sophisticated system-of-systems technologies that pervade the contemporary public safety environment and engage NISTs measurement scientists and technologists in some of their most challenging and
NIST Handbook 150-20 represents the technical requirements and guidance for the accreditation of laboratories under the National Voluntary Laboratory Accreditation Program (NVLAP) Information Technology Security Testing: Common Criteria Testing. It is
C M. O'Brien, J.P. McCaffrey, H Shen, M Saravi, G M. Ortiz, G Stefanic, M Carlos, C.N.M. da Silva, J L. Alvarez, V Tovar
Air-kerma calibration coefficients were compared at the radiotherapy level for orthovoltage x-ray beams in the SIM.RI(I)-K3 comparison for members of the Sistema Interamericano de Metrología (SIM). Five SIM laboratories participated in the comparison: NIST
Melissa M. Phillips, Catherine A. Rimmer, Laura J. Wood
The NIST Dietary Supplement Laboratory Quality Assurance Program (DSQAP) was established in collaboration with the National Institutes of Health (NIH) Office of Dietary Supplements (ODS) in 2007 to enable members of the dietary supplements community to
Vitamins are essential for improving and maintaining human health, and the main source of vitamins in the diet. Measurement of the quantities of water-soluble vitamins in common food materials is important to understand the impact of vitamin intake on
This economic impact assessment focuses on documentary standards development for nanotechnology. Nanotechnology developments and applications are just emerging; thus, the standards studied in this report are regarded as early-stage or proactive
Jeanice M. Brown Thomas, Margaret C. Kline, Katherine E. Sharpless, S A. Margolis
The National Institute of Standards and Technology coordinates the Micronutrients Measurement Quality Assurance Program (MMQAP) for laboratories that measure fat- and water-soluble vitamins and carotenoids in human serum and plasma. This report describes
Recent advances in machine automation and sensing technology offer new opportunities for continuous condition monitoring of an operating machine. This paper describes an intelligent machine monitoring framework that integrates and utilizes data collection
Stephane Solve, Regis Chayramy, Alain Rufenacht, Charles J. Burroughs, Samuel Benz
The Programmable Josephson Voltage Standard (PJVS) leakage resistance to ground (LRG) is defined as the electrical resistance of one side of the measurement leads to ground. Under certain measurement conditions, this resistance can produce a significant
Based on the Section 2543 of the Trade Agreements Act of 1979 , the Department of Commerce (DOC) has been responsible for monitoring the representation of United States interests before international standards organizations. As an agency of DOC, the
An indirect comparison of the standards for air kerma of the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), USA, and of the Bureau International des Poids et Mesures (BIPM) was carried out in the Co60 and Cs137 radiation protection-level beams of
Roger V. Bostelman, Tsai H. Hong, Roger D. Eastman
The American National Standards Institute/Industrial Truck Standards Development Foundation (ANSI/ITSDF) B56.5 Safety Standard committee for automated guided vehicles (AGVs) has been considering several changes to improve the standard. Of interest to the