calibration
noun
cal·i·bra·tion
ˌka-lə-ˈbrā-shən 
1
: the act or process of calibrating : the state of being calibrated
2
: a set of graduations to indicate values or positions
—usually used in plural
calibrations on a gauge
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One of these challenges is the increasingly complex calibration requirements of quantum computing systems, a significant bottleneck slowing down efforts to scale them.
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Gil Press, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
New calibration rigs measure the responsiveness of a vehicle’s advanced driver-assistance systems, such as its cameras and sensors.
—Alex Christian, WIRED, 8 Dec. 2024
For other workers, such as William Gardiner, a lab lead for Cal-Cert calibration services, the vote was a cause for celebration.
—David Koenig, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2024
To support Moshiri’s goals, a realigned Board was cultivated to enhance operational efficiency and instill strategic calibration.
—Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 29 Nov. 2024
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Gil Press, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
New calibration rigs measure the responsiveness of a vehicle’s advanced driver-assistance systems, such as its cameras and sensors.
—Alex Christian, WIRED, 8 Dec. 2024
For other workers, such as William Gardiner, a lab lead for Cal-Cert calibration services, the vote was a cause for celebration.
—David Koenig, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2024
To support Moshiri’s goals, a realigned Board was cultivated to enhance operational efficiency and instill strategic calibration.
—Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 29 Nov. 2024
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“Calibration.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/calibration. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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