This one-of-a-kind book provides detailed information on the metric system, its origin, history, and how the base and derived units were established. The book h

Covers everything you need to know about the metric system (système internationale, SI), from its history to practical tips on conversions and problem solving.

A basic introduction to the metric system. Covers: the three classes of SI units & the SI prefixes; units outside the SI; rules & style conventions for printing

Wandmacher and Johnson provide guidance for practicing engineers, students, and educators who are adopting and using the International System of Units in their

Mankind has a fascination with measurement. Down the centuries we have produced a plethora of incompatible and duplicatory systems for measuring everything from