Pulse and time-domain measurements

A review of the state of the art and science of pulse parameter measurements is given including recent advances in the use of real-time oscilloscopes, waveform recorders, equivalent time sampling oscilloscopes, and counter timers in the measurement of repetitive and single transient signals. Recent advances in the use of artifact waveform standards and modern signal analysis techniques to compensate for measurement distortion are highlighted. The formation and progress of an IEEE committee which is developing a performance standard for waveform recorders is also described.