The use of AOI (automated optical inspection) systems with dual-lane configurations is increasing in high-speed PCB (printed-circuit board) assembly, due to the systems’ ability to double capacity in ...

As the core technology used in modern electronics manufacturing, surface-mount technology (SMT) assembly density is increasing, the number of pins is increasing, and the pitch is decreasing. In ...

What methods can be applied to verify PCB functionality and safety? Which are suitable for mass production and for prototypes? What parameters are checked in each test? How to check a PCB without ...

What is first article inspection? At what points in the production process is first article inspection needed? What requirements are validated by the first article inspection process? The first boards ...