Physikalisch-Technische Bundesanstalt

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Electrical quantities are ubiquitous in metrology. Division “Electricity” is charged with the realization and dissemination of the electrical and magnetic units. To this end, the division develops precision electromagnetic measurements. Electrical quantum metrology provides the basis of precision measurements. Therefore, the division advances nanotechnologies for the in-house fabrication of superconductor and semiconductor quantum standards. Fundamental studies of quantum effects in condensed matter lay the groundwork for the electrical metrology of the future.

The division offers various calibration services (see Calibration and Measurement Capabilities) and advises governmental authorities, standardization organizations, and industry on questions regarding electrical measurements. Knowledge transfer programs support innovation and economic growth.

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