What do you mean by traditional measuring tools in China?

Traditional measuring tools refer to the measuring tools used in ancient China, which is a part of the traditional culture of China. These measuring tools are widely used in agriculture, industry and commerce. The main characteristics of traditional measuring tools in China are simple, practical, accurate and reliable, and easy to manufacture and operate. The application of these measuring tools is closely related to the life and labor of ancient Chinese people, which reflects the industrious and intelligent production practice of ancient Chinese people.

There are many kinds of traditional measuring tools in our country, such as scales, rulers, instruments, instruments, etc., among which the most representative ones are scales, square rulers, flowmeters and jingles. Balance is a tool for measuring the weight of an object, which adopts the principle of balance and usually consists of two trays and a support rod. Square ruler is a tool for measuring length and width, which is mainly used in building and making furniture. Flowmeter is a device used to measure the flow of liquid or gas, which has the advantages of high precision and convenient use. Tinker bell is a traditional measuring tool for calculating volume, and it is also a tool used by farmers in ancient China to calculate fertilizer consumption when fertilizing fields.

Although modern science and technology have developed to an unprecedented height, China's traditional measuring tools are still widely used in some fields. For example, the square ruler is still used to measure the size of walls and doors in the construction industry, and the flowmeter is widely used in chemical industry, environmental protection and other fields. In addition, some traditional measuring tools, such as steelyard, wooden pallet, jingle and so on. It has also been preserved, passed down and given new meaning. They are not only an important part of China's traditional culture, but also the spiritual wealth and cultural heritage of modern people.