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This International Standard specifies certain characteristics of the oil of clove buds [Syzygiurn aromaticurm (L.) Merr. et Perry, syn. Eugenia caryophyllus (Sprengel) Bullock and S. Harrison], in order to facilitate assessment of its quality. This title may contain less than 24 pages of technical content. ... Read more

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ISO 3757 specifies certain characteristics of the oil of patchouli [Pogostemon cablin (Blanco) Benth.], in order to facilitate assessment of its quality. This title may contain less than 24 pages of technical content. ... Read more

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This part of ISO/IEC 9126 describes a two-part model for software product quality: a) internal quality and external quality, and b) quality in use. The first part of the model specifies six characteristics for internal and external quality, which are further subdivided into subcharacteristics. These subcharacteristics are manifested externally when the software is used as a part of a computer system, and are a result of internal software attributes. This part of ISO/IEC 9126 does not elaborate the model for internal and external quality below the level of subcharacteristics.The second part of the model specifies four quality in use characteristics, but does not elaborate the model for quality in use below the level of characteristics. Quality in use is the combined effect for the user of the six software product quality characteristics.The characteristics defined are applicable to every kind of software, including computer programs and data contained in firmware. The characteristics and subcharacteristics provide consistent terminology for software product quality. They also provide a framework for specifying quality requirements for software, and making trade-offs between software product capabilities.Normative Annex A provides recommendations and requirements for software product metrics and quality in use metrics. Examples of these metrics are contained in other parts of ISO/IEC 9126. These metrics are applicable when specifying the quality requirements and the design goals for software products, including intermediate products. An explanation of how this quality model can be applied in software product evaluation is contained in ISO/IEC 14598-1.This part of ISO/IEC 9126 enables software product quality to be specified and evaluated from different perspectives by those associated with acquisition, requirements, development, use, evaluation, support, maintenance, quality assurance and audit of software. It can for example be used by developers, acquirers, quality assurance staff and independent evaluators, particularly those responsible for specifying and evaluating software product quality. Examples of uses of the quality model defined in this part of ISO/IEC 9126 are to:validate the completeness of a requirements definition; identify software requirements; identify software design objectives; identify software testing objectives; identify quality assurance criteria; identify acceptance criteria for a completed software product.a framework for software product quality definition in the customer-supplier process; support for review, verification and validation, and a framework for quantitative quality evaluation, in the support process; support for setting organisational quality goals in the management process.a framework for software product quality requirements definition in the primary lifecycle process; support for review, verification and validation in supporting lifecycle processes.support for setting quality goals; support for design review, verification and validation. ... Read more

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Establishes a basis for the evaluation of the EMC of electronic instruments, devices and equipment in vehicles against transient transmission by capacitive and inductive coupling via lines other than the supply lines. Test is intended for the demonstration of the immunity of the above mentioned items against disturbances such as those caused by switching. This title may contain less than 24 pages of technical content. ... Read more

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Deals with the safety of electric drives for rolling equipment such as shutters, blinds, and awnings, intended for household and similar purposes, their rated voltage being not more than 250 V for single-phase and 480 V for other appliances. Examples of rolling equipment that can be driven are awnings; blinds; grilles; projection screens; shutters for doors and windows. Drives for equipment with a spring-controlled driven part, such as a folding arm awning, are also within the scope of this standard. ... Read more

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This International Standard specifies a cupellation method (fire assay) for the determination of gold in gold jewellery alloys. The gold content of the alloys should preferably lie between 333 and 999 parts per thousand (‰).The procedure is applicable specifically to gold alloys incorporating silver, copper and zinc. Some modifications are indicated where nickel and/or palladium are present in the so-called white gold alloys, as well as for alloys containing 990 or more parts per thousand (‰) of gold.This method is intended to be used as the reference method for the determination of fineness in alloys covered by ISO 9202. This title may contain less than 24 pages of technical content. ... Read more

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For the purposes of ISO 9919:2005, the Scope given in IEC 60601-1:1988 (Clause 1) applies, except as follows. Amendment (add at the end of 1.1): ISO 9919:2005 specifies particular requirements for the basic safety and essential performance of pulse oximeter equipment intended for use on humans. This includes any part necessary for normal use, e.g. the pulse oximeter monitor, pulse oximeter probe, probe cable extender. These requirements also apply to pulse oximeter equipment, including pulse oximeter monitors, pulse oximeter probes and probe cable extenders, that has been reprocessed. The intended use of pulse oximeter equipment includes, but is not limited to, the estimation of arterial oxygen haemoglobin saturation and pulse rate on patients in healthcare institutions as well as on patients in home care. ISO 9919:2005 is not applicable to pulse oximeter equipment intended for use in laboratory research applications nor to oximeters that requires a blood sample from the patient. ISO 9919:2005 is not applicable to pulse oximeter equipment solely intended for fetal use. ISO 9919:2005 is not applicable to remote or slave (secondary) devices that display SpO2 values that are located outside of the patient environment. The requirements of ISO 9919:2005 which replace or modify requirements of IEC 60601-1:1988 and its Amendments 1 (1991) and 2 (1995) are intended to take precedence over the corresponding general requirements. ... Read more

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Gives a method, which can easily be used in an industrial environment for evaluating the stresses on a individual. It applies to the evaluation of the mean effect of heat on man during a period representative of his activity but it does not apply to very short periods, nor to zones of comfort. This title may contain less than 24 pages of technical content. ... Read more

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ISO/IEC 17025:2005 specifies the general requirements for the competence to carry out tests and/or calibrations, including sampling. It covers testing and calibration performed using standard methods, non-standard methods, and laboratory-developed methods. It is applicable to all organizations performing tests and/or calibrations. These include, for example, first-, second- and third-party laboratories, and laboratories where testing and/or calibration forms part of inspection and product certification. ISO/IEC 17025:2005 is applicable to all laboratories regardless of the number of personnel or the extent of the scope of testing and/or calibration activities. When a laboratory does not undertake one or more of the activities covered by ISO/IEC 17025:2005, such as sampling and the design/development of new methods, the requirements of those clauses do not apply. ISO/IEC 17025:2005 is for use by laboratories in developing their management system for quality, administrative and technical operations. Laboratory customers, regulatory authorities and accreditation bodies may also use it in confirming or recognizing the competence of laboratories. ISO/IEC 17025:2005 is not intended to be used as the basis for certification of laboratories. Compliance with regulatory and safety requirements on the operation of laboratories is not covered by ISO/IEC 17025:2005. ... Read more

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Specifies only ratios. The methods to perform the proof and burst tests are specified in ISO 1402. This second edition cancels and replaces the first edition (1983). ... Read more

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This part of ISO 1132 establishes guidelines for measurement of dimensions, running accuracy and internal clearance of rolling bearings. The purpose is to outline the fundamentals of various measuring and gauging principles which may be used in order to clarify and comply with the definitions of ISO 1132-1 and ISO 5593.The measuring and gauging methods described in this part of ISO 1132 may differ amongst themselves and do not provide for a unique interpretation. It is recognized that there are other adequate measuring and gauging methods and that technical development may result in even more convenient methods. Therefore, this part of ISO 1132 does not imply any obligation to apply any particular method. However, the methods specified may be referred to in cases of dispute. ... Read more

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ISO/IEC 20000-1:2005 defines the requirements for a service provider to deliver managed services. It is based on BS 15000-2, which has been superseded. It may be used by businesses that are going out to tender for their services; to provide a consistent approach by all service providers in a supply chain; to benchmark IT service management; as the basis for an independent assessment; to demonstrate the ability to meet customer requirements; to improve services. ISO/IEC 20000-1:2005 promotes the adoption of an integrated process approach to effectively deliver managed services to meet business and customer requirements. For an organization to function effectively it has to identify and manage numerous linked activities. Co-ordinated integration and implementation of the service management processes provides the ongoing control, greater efficiency and opportunities for continual improvement. Organizations require increasingly advanced facilities (at minimum cost) to meet their business needs. With the increasing dependencies in support services and the diverse range of technologies available, service providers can struggle to maintain high levels of customer service. Working reactively, they spend too little time planning, training, reviewing, investigating, and working with customers. The result is a failure to adopt structured, proactive working practices. Those same service providers are being asked for improved quality, lower costs, greater flexibility, and faster response to customers. In contrast, effective service management delivers high levels of customer service and customer satisfaction. It also recognizes that services and service management are essential to helping organizations generate revenue and be cost-effective. The ISO/IEC 20000 series enables service providers to understand how to enhance the quality of service delivered to their customers, both internal and external. The ISO/IEC 20000 series draws a distinction between the best practices of processes, which are independent of organizational form or size and organizational names and structures. The ISO/IEC 20000 series applies to both large and small service providers, and the requirements for best practice service management processes are independent of the service provider's organizational form. These service management processes deliver the best possible service to meet a customer's business needs within agreed resource levels, i.e. service that is professional, cost-effective and with risks which are understood and managed. ... Read more

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This International Standard specifies terms, definitions and parameters for the determination of surface texture (roughness, waviness and primary profile) by profiling methods. ... Read more

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Describes a method to measure the immunity of integrated circuits (IC) in the presence of conducted RF disturbances, e.g. resulting from radiated RF disturbances. This method guarantees a high degree of repeatability and correlation of immunity measurements. This standard establishes a common base for the evaluation of semiconductor devices used in equipment functioning in an environment subject to unwanted radio frequency electromagnetic waves. ... Read more

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This part of IEC 62132 provides general information and definitions on measurement of conducted and radiated electromagnetic immunity of integrated circuits (ICs) to conducted and radiated disturbances. It also provides a description of measurement conditions, test equipment and set-up, as well as the test procedures and content of the test reports. A test method comparison table is included in Annex A to assist in selecting the appropriate measurement method(s). This standard describes general conditions required to obtain a quantitative measure of immunity of ICs in a uniform testing environment. Critical parameters that are expected to influence the test results are described. Deviations from this standard are noted explicitly in the individual test report. The measurement results can be used for comparison or other purposes. Measurement of the injected voltages and currents, together with the responses of the ICs tested at controlled conditions, yields information about the potential immunity of the IC to conducted and radiated RF disturbances in a given application. ... Read more

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ISO 302:2004 specifies a method for the determination of the Kappa number of pulp. The Kappa number is an indication of the lignin content or bleachability of pulp.ISO 302:2004 is applicable to all kinds of chemical pulps and semi-chemical pulps within the Kappa number range 1 to 100. For pulps with a Kappa number exceeding 100, use the chlorine-consumption procedure (ISO 3260) to describe the degree of delignification. This title may contain less than 24 pages of technical content. ... Read more

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This International Standard specifies requirements for an environmental management system to enable an organization to develop and implement a policy and objectives which take into account legal requirements and other requirements to which the organization subscribes, and information about significant environmental aspects. It applies to those environmental aspects that the organization identifies as those which it can control and those which it can influence. It does not itself state specific environmental performance criteria.This International Standard is applicable to any organization that wishes toestablish, implement, maintain and improve an environmental management system,assure itself of conformity with its stated environmental policy,demonstrate conformity with this International Standard by making a self-determination and self-declaration, orseeking confirmation of its conformance by parties having an interest in the organization, such as customers, orseeking confirmation of its self-declaration by a party external to the organization, orseeking certification/registration of its environmental management system by an external organization.All the requirements in this International Standard are intended to be incorporated into any environmental management system. The extent of the application depends on factors such as the environmental policy of the organization, the nature of its activities, products and services and the location where and the conditions in which it functions. This International Standard also provides, in Annex A, informative guidance on its use. ... Read more

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Specifies the main dimensions and characteristics for the concerned ladders to be fitted on board ships in small holds, between deck spaces, on masts, kingposts, trunks, deck-house tops, maintenance platforms and for similar applications. This title may contain less than 24 pages of technical content. ... Read more

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ISO 16702:2002 describes methods for the determination of soil microbial respiration of aerobic, unsaturated soils. The methods are suitable for the determination of O2 uptake or CO2 release, either after addition of a substrate (substrate-induced respiration), or without substrate addition (basal respiration).ISO 16702:2002 is applicable to the measurement of soil respiration in order to:determine the microbial activity in soil (see [2]); establish the effect of additives (nutrients, pollutants, soil improvers, etc.) on the metabolic performance of microorganisms; determine the microbial biomass (see [3]); determine the metabolic quotient qCO2. ... Read more

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ISO 7889|IDF 117:2003 specifies a method for the enumeration of characteristic microorganisms in yogurt by means of the colony-count technique at 37 degrees Celsius.The method is applicable to yogurts in which both characteristic microorganisms (Lactobacillus delbrueckii subsp. bulgaricus and Streptococcus thermophilus) are present and viable. ... Read more