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Documentation
Automating the Documentation Process
“Documentation is much bigger than just design, fab and assembly,” experts say. A look at best-in-class processes that reduce the amount of time spent on drawings and notes by creating a “living” document.
by Mike Buetow
DfM
Best Practices for Double-Sided Mixed-Technology Boards
Plated through-hole assembly remains in use for some heavy power connectors, transformers and other devices where strong mechanical bonds are required. Reason: Heavy parts are prone to falling off during soldering.
by George Henning
Caveat Lector
Overreach?
Mike Buetow
Database
Lit up.
Pete Waddell
Global Sourcing
Low cost: the death of innovation.
Richard Platt
ROI
Standard mistakes.
Peter Bigelow
On the Forefront
LEDs’ bright future.
E. Jan Vardaman
Designer's Notebook
Optimizing FPGA-to-board connectivity.
Frank Smetana
Better Manufacturing
What lurks below.
Ray Prasad
Technical Abstracts
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