LibGuides: Standards, Codes, & Specifications: Military and Federal Agencies

Military and Federal Agencies

For standards from agencies of the federal government:

We expect standards from agencies of the federal government to be available through the Code of Federal Regulations and Federal Register.
- see this guide page for more
They may also be posted on the webpages of the issuing agency, if you know that agency.

Also:

ASSIST Quick Search
Search for defense and federal specifications and standards, and military handbooks.
Department of Energy Technical Standards Program
This is a narrow range of coverage --- specifically for the DOE Office of Nuclear Safety --- but illustrates how standards may be found on the webpages of federal agencies.
National Information Standards Organization (NISO)
A non-profit association accredited by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI). Identifies, develops, maintains, and publishes technical standards.
National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)
"NIST is a unique federal agency. Its mission is broad—to promote U.S. innovation and industrial competitiveness by advancing measurement science, standards, and technology in ways that enhance economic security and improve our quality of life."