JOULE INSTEAD OF KELVIN IN A SET OF BASE UNITS

Waldemar Nawrocki
Abstract:
The joule is proposed to replace the kelvin in the set of SI base units. Arguments in favour of such replacement are presented, including improved standard accuracy and unit system coherence. The joule is also proposed to be added to the quantum metrological triangle (which couples the volt, the ampere and the hertz) to transform the latter into a system called quantum metrological pyramid, that would couple four units rather than three, and allow comparison of the respective standards.
Keywords:
International System of Units, base units, quantum standards
Download:
PWC-2006-TC12-002u.pdf
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Event details
Event name:
XVIII IMEKO World Congress
Title:

Metrology for a Sustainable Development

Place:
Rio de Janeiro, BRAZIL
Time:
17 September 2006 - 22 September 2006