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datumThe singular form of data; for example, one datum. It is rarely used, and data, its plural form, is commonly used for both singular and plural. datum a proposition taken for granted, often in order to construct some theoretical framework upon it; a given datum [′dad·əm, ′dād·əm,or′däd·əm] (computer science) (engineering) A direction, level, or position from which angles, heights, speeds or distances are conveniently measured. Any numerical or geometric quantity or value that serves as a base reference for other quantities or values (such as a point, line, or surface in relation to which others are determined). (geodesy) The latitude and longitude of an initial point; the azimuth of a line from this point. (geology) The top or bottom of a bed of rock on which structure contours are drawn. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| Those findings determined that our datum-to-datum capabilities were inadequate, that Field Artillerymen did not understand the subject, that the FA had no standard position navigation (POS/NAV) system requirements and that datums needed to be included as part of any position coordinate description. the tolerance value, the datums that may apply and the material conditions applied. Multi-segment patterns should have datums on the same slice of foam whenever possible. |
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