Adam Savage's Epiphany on the Science of Measurement!
What it is
Adam Savage shows a set of Mitutoyo ceramic gauge blocks and uses them to explain metrology, the science of measurement. He argues that accuracy and precision work differently than most people assume, which changes how you think about every measuring tool.
Why Hacker News recommends it
Recommended as a thoughtful, enjoyable 45-minute dive into measurement and the appreciation of precision.
- 3 people recommended it
- 3 different months
- 1 strong recommendations
- first 2022, last 2023
What HN commenters said
“one of my favorite Adam Savage videos”
Explains the idea of developing new eyes to appreciate novelty.
waynesonfire, 2022-04 · Strong recommendation · in “I can't let go of “The Dunning-Kruger Effect is Autocorrelation””
“I think you will thoroughly enjoy Adam Savage's (of Mythbusters fame) recent video on measurement.”
Adam Savage video on measurement.
gibolt, 2022-01 · Recommendation · in “Longform.org is shutting down its article recommendations service”
“Adam Savage has an interesting (45m!) video entitled”
Philosophical 45-minute talk on accuracy and precision via gauge blocks.
throw0101b, 2023-11 · Recommendation · in “'Nuts and Bolts' Review: The Levers That Move the World”
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Topics: gauge blocks, measurement, precision, machining, adam savage
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