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This paper deals with the traceability-assurance problems that are faced when a distributed measuring system is employed. These problems are highlighted for different distributed-system architecture, then a set of guide-lines are provided in order to correctly manage such systems from a metrological point of view. The proposed solution is based on a network-assisted calibration procedure, which requires suitable traveling standards that are sent to the nodes of a distributed system under calibration and are remotely controlled through the Internet. A prototype of a traveling standard is also described that has the capability to be synchronized with standards sent to the other nodes.
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Carullo, A., Corbellini, S., Parvis, M. (2006). Traceability Assurance Of Tele-Measurements. In: Davoli, F., Palazzo, S., Zappatore, S. (eds) Distributed Cooperative Laboratories: Networking, Instrumentation, and Measurements. Signals and Communication Technology. Springer, Boston, MA. https://doi.org/10.1007/0-387-30394-4_25
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