World Metrology Day – History, Significance, BIPM, OIML
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World Metrology Day [May 20]: General Knowledge
World Metrology Day is a day to celebrate the International System of Units and commemorate the signing anniversary of the International Treaty called the Metre Convention. World Metrology Day is celebrated on May 20 every year.
World Metrology Day History
World Metrology Day celebrates the International System of Units and commemorates the signing anniversary of the international Treaty called the Metre Convention.
About the International System of Units
The International System of Units, also known as SI or SI system, is the modern form of the metric system. It is the most widely used system of measurement in the world. The General Conference on Weights and Measures established and maintains the system.
It is the only measurement system with official status in almost all countries. It is employed in industry, technology, science, and commerce.
About the Metre Convention
The Metre Convention, or the Treaty of the Metre, aims to provide the global basis for a standard measurement system to encourage scientific discovery, innovation, international trade, industrial manufacturing, and quality of life.
It also aims to set the framework for collaboration in science and measurements globally.
The Treaty was signed in Paris on May 20, 1875. The International Bureau of Weights and Measures (BIPM) was formed because of this Treaty, which is why we celebrate International Metrology Day on May 20 every year.
About OIML and BIPM
The International Organisation of Legal Metrology [OIML] and Bureau International des Poids et Mesures [BIPM] jointly handle the International Metrology day.
BIPM or Bureau International des Poids et Mesures
BIPM, also known as Bureau International des Poids et Mesures, ensures the reliability of various measurement results worldwide. It also helps the users by providing a forum where member states can address new challenges in the field of measurements.
The BIPM authority also undertakes scientific work for some specific physical and chemical quantities. Hence, BIPM is a network centre for all national metrology institutes (NMIs), which work together to maintain traceability in SI units and measurements.
OIML or International Organisation of Legal Metrology
The OIML, or International Organisation of Legal Metrology, aims to develop the International Recommendations to align the worldwide harmonise requirements in various fields. It was established in 1955 to promote legal Metrology and global harmonisation with the Bureau International de Métrologie Légale (BIML).
According to the International Bureau of Weights and Measures (BIPM), Metrology is “the science of measurement, embracing experimental and theoretical determinations at any level of uncertainty in science and technology.”
International Metrology Day is a reminder to acknowledge the contributions of various organisations to the field of measurements and Metrology.
Q. What is World Metrology Day?
World Metrology Day celebrates the International System of Units and commemorates the signing anniversary of the international Treaty called the Metre Convention.
Q. When do we celebrate World Metrology Day?
We celebrate World Metrology Day every year on May 20.
Q. Who handles the World Metrology Day project?
The OIML or International Organisation of Legal Metrology and BIPM or Bureau International des Poids et Mesures jointly handle the World Metrology Day.
Q. What is the International System of Units, and what does it have to do with World Metrology Day?
The International System of Units is the most widely used measurement system in the world. World Metrology Day celebrates this system.