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There is no universal standard for measurements, so it can be a problem for engineers in other parts of the world that US measurements are done in the imperial system. The metric system is used more commonly internationally, so engineers who are not familiar with the imperial system may find it difficult to work with US measurements.
No, it is not a problem. Many tools convert measurements automatically, and if it doesn't happen, we can go to Google or use any calculator and change whatever we need to change.
US measurements are consistent and easy to use for everyone around the world, but I know some people like them. I learned them fairly easily and they've helped me out quite a lot.
It can be a problem for engineers in other parts of the world when US measurements are done in the imperial system. The imperial system is based on units that are not common outside of the US, which can make communicating and working with others difficult.
Many of the units in the imperial system are not as precise as those in the metric system, which can lead to errors when measuring or calculating something.
There have been a few instances historically but it's not as widespread of an issue as to be overly concerned about it
found an article with some of the incidents https://gizmodo.com/five-massive-screw-ups-that-wouldnt-have-happened-if-we-1828746184