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thermometry Definition

ther·mom·etry (-ə trē)

noun

  1. measurement of temperature
  2. the science of making or using thermometers
thermometry Usage Examples

Adjective modifier

  • acoustic: In: Proceedings of the International Symposium on acoustic tomography and acoustic thermometry, Tokyo, 8 February 1999.
  • infrared: Raytek, a provider of infrared thermometry, has produced this free handbook to help manufacturers ensure good hygiene and equipment performance.

Modifies a noun

  • technique: My research project deals with the development of a novel flat flame burner to allow the calibration of various laser based thermometry techniques.

Noun used with modifier

  • radiation: This will directly benefit users of radiation thermometry resulting in tighter process control with the associated environmental benefits.
  • non-contact: Rationale To reduce uncertainties in the realization and dissemination of the ITS-90 using non-contact thermometry, the existing facilities will be extended and upgraded.