tellemåling

Tellemåling is a Danish term that translates to "telling measurement" or "telling meter." It refers to a method of measuring or recording something based on the information provided by a person or a system that is actively reporting its status or data. This is in contrast to passive measurement, where data is collected without explicit reporting.

In practical terms, tellemåling can be applied in various contexts. For example, in smart home technology, a thermostat might use tellemåling by reporting its current temperature reading to a central control unit. Similarly, in industrial settings, sensors on machinery can be configured to send their operational data (like pressure or vibration levels) back to a monitoring system, which constitutes tellemåling.

The core concept of tellemåling emphasizes the active transmission of data. This can be achieved through various communication protocols, such as wireless signals, network connections, or even simple manual reporting. The advantage of this approach often lies in its immediacy and the ability to receive real-time updates, allowing for prompt responses to changing conditions. This contrasts with systems that might require periodic polling or manual data retrieval. Tellemåling is a fundamental principle in many modern data acquisition and monitoring systems.