Laboratories
NIST runs a number of laboratories to assist in its mission to promote innovation and industrial competitiveness by advancing technology
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NIST runs a number of laboratories to assist in its mission to promote innovation and industrial competitiveness by advancing technology
Standards allow technology to work seamlessly and establish trust so that markets can operate smoothly. They:
provide a common language to measure and evaluate performance, make interoperability of components made by different companies possible, and protect consumers by ensuring safety, durability, and market equity. NIST’s portfolio of services for measurements, standards, and legal metrology provide solutions that ensure measurement traceability, enable quality assurance, and harmonize documentary standards and regulatory practices. The tools, information, and training provided by NIST, and the contributions and results produced by its staff, lead to advancements in research and technological in...