instrumentation
Tools for measuring
Instrumentation is the design, arrangement, or use of instruments.
In music, it refers to how a composition assigns parts to different instruments: The orchestral instrumentation calls for strings, woodwinds, and brass.
In science and engineering, instrumentation means the measuring devices and control systems used to monitor processes: The lab's instrumentation includes spectrometers and chromatographs.
The word can also describe the act of equipping something with instruments.
Devices that detect input
- gaugesInstruments for measuring
- transducersEnergy conversion devices
- metersMeasuring devices
- calibrationAdjusting for measurement accuracy
precision · accuracy · thermometer · barometer · altimeter · spectrometer · oscilloscope · voltmeter
Aircraft electronic equipment
- cockpitPilot's control compartment
- altimeterInstrument measuring elevation
- navigationDetermining position and course
- autopilotAutomated vehicle guidance system
Ordered configuration or agreement
- scoringEarning points in competition
- orchestrationScoring for instrumental ensemble
- ensembleUnified group or outfit
- symphonyExtended composition for orchestra
timbre · conductor · strings · woodwinds · brass · percussion · texture · dynamics
Self-operating system design
- feedbackReturned response data
- regulationOfficial rules governing conduct
- actuatorsMovement-producing mechanisms
- servomechanismFeedback-controlled automatic mechanism
PID · controllers · valves · switches · relays · thermostats · closed-loop · setpoint
Facility for scientific investigation
- apparatusEquipment for a task
- analyticalExamining parts methodically
- spectroscopyStudy of light-matter interaction
- chromatographyTechnique separating mixtures by differential migration
microscopy · centrifuge · pipettes · cuvettes · detection · quantification · resolution · sensitivity
sensors
Devices that detect input
- gaugesInstruments for measuring
- transducersEnergy conversion devices
- metersMeasuring devices
calibration · precision · accuracy · thermometer · barometer · altimeter · spectrometer · oscilloscope · voltmeter · ammeter
avionics
Aircraft electronic equipment
- cockpitPilot's control compartment
- altimeterInstrument measuring elevation
- navigationDetermining position and course
autopilot · annunciator · HUD · transponder
arrangement
Ordered configuration or agreement
- scoringEarning points in competition
- orchestrationScoring for instrumental ensemble
- ensembleUnified group or outfit
symphony · timbre · conductor · strings · woodwinds · brass · percussion · texture · dynamics · voicing
automation
Self-operating system design
- feedbackReturned response data
- regulationOfficial rules governing conduct
- actuatorsMovement-producing mechanisms
servomechanism · PID · controllers · valves · switches · relays · thermostats · closed-loop · setpoint · dampers
laboratory
Facility for scientific investigation
- apparatusEquipment for a task
- analyticalExamining parts methodically
- spectroscopyStudy of light-matter interaction
chromatography · microscopy · centrifuge · pipettes · cuvettes · detection · quantification · resolution · sensitivity · reproducibility
- musicmusic, song, songs, singing, singer
- classical musicBach, Mozart, Beethoven, Chopin, Brahms
- songwritinglyrics, verse, verse-chorus, refrain, song structure
- instrumentsguitar, guitars, piano, pianos, drum
- music elementsmelody, harmony vocals, rhythm, beat, chord
- musicianshipsinging, playing, performing, practicing, harmonizing
instrumentationblockage
Obstruction halting movement
obstruction · impediment · hindrance · barrier · sabotage