Reliability in Scientific Research: Improving the Dependability of Measurements, Calculations, Equipment, and Software
Book Details
Author(s)I. R. Walker
PublisherCambridge University Press
ISBN / ASIN0521857708
ISBN-139780521857703
MarketplaceFrance 🇫🇷
Description
Covering many techniques widely used in research, this book will help researchers in
the physical sciences and engineering solve troublesome - and potentially very time
consuming - problems in their work.
The book deals with technical difficulties that often arise unexpectedly during the use of
various common experimental methods, as well as with human error. It provides preventive
measures and solutions for such problems, thereby saving valuable time for researchers.
Some of the topics covered are: sudden leaks in vacuum systems, electromagnetic interference
in electronic instruments, vibrations in sensitive equipment, and bugs in computer software.
The book also discusses mistakes in mathematical calculations, and pitfalls in designing
and carrying out experiments. Each chapter contains a summary of its key points, to give
a quick overview of important potential problems and their solutions in a given area.
