What Is An Inch? The Hidden Science of Measurement | Steve Toll | TEDxOshkosh
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- čas přidán 9. 01. 2023
- What is an inch? Everyone can give a rough idea of it, but who can actually define what it is? The science of measurement is all around us and used in almost every facet of life, however, few know the underlying science behind it, and fewer still pause to appreciate how important accurate measurement is in our world.
This talk uncovers some of the basic principles of measurement; how they came to be; what can go right and wrong if measurement is inexact; and look at the impact technology is having on the world of measurement today and into the future.
And, of course, the talk answers what, exactly, is an inch.
A graduate of the Milwaukee School of Engineering in 2012, Steve has been the Vice President of Sales for Fox Valley Metrology, in Oshkosh Wisconsin, since 2014. Fox Valley Metrology is a family business, founded by his father, Mark, when Steve was only 6 years old. Steve's lifelong immersion in the industry has given him a wealth of knowledge in the calibration and metrology world.
While not working he can be found running, enjoying the outdoors while hunting and backpacking or spending his time with his beautiful family. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at www.ted.com/tedx
Amusingly, dear Steve, I suddenly realized, part way through your talk, that in Estonian, your last name "Toll"does translate as "Inch". Therefore, you, yourself, are one Inch.
This has to be one of the more ironic coincidences of my life! I had no idea... Thank you for sharing! Apparently, it is time for me to find out if I have Estonian ancestry.
He really broke this down nicely for us novices! Thank you sir!
Thank you very much!
nice video
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Me using centimeter my whole life
So 3 inches might not be that small after all
He sounds confused