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2. Tape measure - Wikipedia

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   [5] A Chesterman tape measure. James Chesterman, a British metalworker, is credited with the invention of the first retractable tape measure in 1821. [6] His design consisted of a spring-loaded cloth strip with marked measurements, housed within a compact case. Building upon his prior design, Chesterman would patent the first steel tape measure ...

3. Diameter tape - Wikipedia

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   To measure the diameter of a tree, the diameter tape (diameter side facing user) is wrapped around the tree, in the plane perpendicular to the axis of the trunk at 4.5 feet (1.4 m) above ground (or 4.27 feet (1.30 m), depending on the location) . Where the number "0" aligns with the rest of the tape, the diameter can be read directly from the ...

4. Measuring rod - Wikipedia

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   A measuring rod is a tool used to physically measure lengths and survey areas of various sizes. Most measuring rods are round or square sectioned; however, they can also be flat boards. Some have markings at regular intervals. It is likely that the measuring rod was used before the line, chain or steel tapes used in modern measurement. [1]

5. List of measuring instruments - Wikipedia

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   Lux meter for measuring illuminance, i.e. incident luminous flux per unit area; Luminance meter for measuring luminance, i.e. luminous flux per unit area and unit solid angle; Light meter, an instrument used to set photographic exposures. It can be either a lux meter (incident-light meter) or a luminance meter (reflected-light meter), and is ...

6. Trump's only Manhattan electoral win is this block on the ...

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   Across New York City, Trump won 30% of the total vote for president. That was a 7-point improvement from how he performed against Joe Biden in 2020. Most of his gains came from fewer Democrats ...

7. The best women's slippers of 2025 - AOL

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   Updated December 30, ... These slippers also come in a wide range of sizes for both men and women, including two width options, so you can find just the right fit. ... Size range: 6-12 | Colors: 5 ...