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- Superseded Standard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