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Measure Information
- The Metric System
The metric system is a system of measurement that is used throughout much of the world. Learn about the metric system and find helpful links to metric prefixes and conversion tables.
www.metricconversion.us/system.htm
Radio-Controlled Clock (Photograph)
Atomic clocks use the frequency of an atomic oscillator to measure the passage of time, and are the most accurate clocks in existence. This atomic clock showcases the time, the date, the day of the week, and the temperature.
www.AtomicClocks.us/radio-controlled-clock.htm
- Barometer Styles
The aneroid barometer was invented in 1845. This type of barometer uses an evacuated sealed chamber instead of mercury to measure air pressure.
www.Barometers.us/styles.htm
Spiral Bike Rack (Photograph)
This metal coil bike rack provides efficient storage and a measure of security for many bicycles at one time. Permanently installed bike racks are often found in cities and near schools and transportation centers.
www.BikeRacks.us/spiral-rack.htm
Do It Yourself (Illustration)
Do-it-yourself home improvement is made significantly easier if a person has a basic set of tools at home. The most important tools include a hammer, a level, a tape measure, wrenches and pliers, screwdrivers, a utility knife, and a drill.
www.Do-It-Yourself.us/diy.htm
- Metric Conversion
Metric units are used to measure length, area, volume, weight, pressure, energy, and temperature and are different from commonly used English measurements.
www.metricconversion.us/
- Weather Instruments
Weather instruments are used to measure different aspects of the weather and include thermometers, barometers, weather balloons, satellites, and more. Visit this site to learn about various weather instruments.
www.WeatherInstruments.us/
- Radio-Controlled Atomic Clock (Digital Image)
A black atomic clock sits on a wood-grained desk, using atomic vibration technology in order to measure time.
www.AtomicClocks.us/search.htm
- Traffic Light Surveillance Camera (Digital Image)
A surveillance camera is perched at the end of a traffic light. Add a measure of security by installing a surveillance camera at your home or business. Keep track of who enters your property, and what they do.
www.SurveillanceEquipment.us/search.htm
- Anemometer and Weather Vane (Digital Video)
A weather vane and an anemometer measure the direction and speed of the wind, respectively.
vimeo.com/72785998
Measure News
- The one measure that can tell us a lot about the state of the UK economy
Consumer confidence levels are rebounding for some in the UK, but older generations look to be immune.
BBC News. Sat, 17 Jan 2026 12:24:50 GMT.
- Education Department delays wage garnishment plan for defaulted student loans
The Trump administration is delaying its plans to withhold pay from student loan borrowers who default on their payments, backing off a measure that threatened to deliver a financial blow to millions of Americans.
CBS News. Fri, 16 Jan 2026 22:03:17 -0500.
- Senate passes three-bill spending package, marking halfway point of delayed appropriations process
The Senate on Thursday cleared a three-bill spending package that passed the House last week, sending the measure to President Trump for his signature.
Lindsey Mcpherson. Washington Times. Thu, 15 Jan 2026 20:00:35 -0500.
- Vance casts tiebreaking vote to kill Venezuela war powers resolution
The measure would have blocked the use of U.S. force without congressional OK.
ABC News. Wed, 14 Jan 2026 19:05:20 -0500.
- Personnel advised to leave US base in Qatar amid Trump Iran intervention rhetoric
Personnel stationed at a U.S. military base in Qatar targeted by Iran last summer were advised to leave by Wednesday evening as a precautionary measure amid escalating tensions in the region, according to a U.S. ...
Sophie Brams. The Hill. Wed, 14 Jan 2026 16:24:01 +0000.
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