IEEE Standard for Letter Symbols for Measurement Units (SI and Other Common Units)
Abstract
Letter symbols and corresponding units for SI and other common measurement units are covered in this standard.Scope
This standard covers letter symbols for SI and other common measurement units. The symbols given in this standard are intended for all applications, including use in text and equations; in graphs and diagrams; and on panels, labels, and nameplates.
Purpose
This standard provides a basic reference for letter symbols and corresponding units for SI and other common measurement units. It is intended to be used by producers of technical documents and for the interpretation of such documents.
Topic
General Topics for Engineers, Power, Energy and Industry Applications