Superseded Standard

IEEE 268-1992

American National Standard for Metric Practice

Guidance for the application of the modernized metric system in the United States is given. Known as the International System of Units (SI), the system is intended as a basis for worldwide standardization of measurement units. Information is included on SI, a limited list of non-SI units recognized for use with SI units, and a list of conversion factors from non-SI to SI units, together with general guidance on proper style and usage.

Sponsor Committee
BOG/QUSCom - Quantities, Units, and Symbols Standards Committee
Status
Superseded Standard
Superseding
268-1982
Board Approval
1992-03-19
History
ANSI Approved:
1992-09-15
Published:
1992-10-28

Working Group Details

Society
IEEE SA Board of Governors
Sponsor Committee
BOG/QUSCom - Quantities, Units, and Symbols Standards Committee

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