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The ISO Guide states that
For estimate  of an input quantity6.3
 of an input quantity6.3 
 that has not been
obtained from repeated observations, the
 that has not been
obtained from repeated observations, the  standard
uncertainty
 standard
uncertainty  is evaluated by scientific judgement based on all the 
available information on the possible variability of
 is evaluated by scientific judgement based on all the 
available information on the possible variability of  . The pool
of information may include
. The pool
of information may include
- previous measurement data;
- experience with or general knowledge of the behaviour and properties of 
relevant materials and instruments;
- manufacturer's specifications;
- data provided in calibration and other certificates;
- uncertainties assigned to reference data taken from handbooks.
Giulio D'Agostini
2003-05-15