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Gold Plating and Embrittlement
What is your opinion regarding gold plating removal to improve soldering? I believe in the past gold plating was thick enough (>50 micro inches) to cause gold ...
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Karl Seelig
, Deck Street Consultants Kay Parker
Technical Support Engineer, Indium Corporation KN Murli
Head-Quality, Astra Microwave Products, Hyderabad, AP India Richard D. Stadem
Advanced Engineer/Scientist, General Dynamics Dr. Craig D. Hillman
CEO & Managing Partner, DfR Solutions Fritz Byle
Process Engineer, Astronautics Leo Lambert
Vice President, Technical Director, EPTAC Corporation Brien Bush
Manufacturing Applications Specialist, Cirtronics Corp. Gerard O'Brien
President, S T and S Testing and Analysis
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Test Probe Problems After Pin-In-Paste
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Environment Impact on Assembly, Printing and Reflow
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Head-In-Pillow Reject Rate
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What is the IPC Definition of Uncommonly Harsh?
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Average Temperature/Humidity for an Electronics Assembly Facility?
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PCBA Inspection Process Causing Damage
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BGA Solder Ball Collapse
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What Year Was It?
The day was Jul 15. What year was it?
Nixon Announces Visit to Communist China
During a live television and radio broadcast, President Richard Nixon stuns the nation by announcing that he will visit communist China the following year.
See the answer below.
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What Year Was It Answer
Nixon Announces Visit to Communist China
Answer: July 15, 1971
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Inside the Three-Way Race to Create the Most Widely Used Laser
The IEEE Milestone recognizes the semiconductor laser, first demonstrated in 1962 by General Electric, IBM, and MIT Lincoln Laboratory. This versatile device revolutionized technologies, impacting fiber-optic communications and medical imaging profoundly.
IEEE Spectrum
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Chrome proves to be the fastest browser, but is it the best?
PCWorld's browser speed tests crowned Google Chrome as the top performer, excelling in Speedometer and placing second in Jetstream2 and Motionmark 1.3. Firefox leads in data privacy, while Brave tops security. Chrome’s sync functionality benefits multi-device users.
TechSpot
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The 4 Pillars of Leadership Success
Great leadership hinges on four pillars: planning, people, process, and performance. Effective leaders set clear goals, communicate expectations, establish coordinated systems, and hold teams accountable. Embracing these pillars fosters a productive and aligned organization.
Entrepreneur
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Walk Through Ferrari's Futuristic Factory
Ferrari intensifies competition with premium carmakers by unveiling the "e-building," a modern facility focused on energy, environment, and evolution. This innovative factory will produce combustion, hybrid, and electric cars, enhancing Ferrari's production flexibility and commitment to sustainability.
Design News
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Tesla's EV dominance slips as US market diversifies
Tesla's global EV deliveries have declined for the second straight quarter, mirroring a similar trend in the US market. This marks a notable shift for the electric vehicle giant amidst growing competition and market challenges.
Digitimes
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Apple expands Vision Pro to more countries outside the U.S.
Apple's Vision Pro mixed reality headset launched in Australia, drawing eager customers. Priced at $3,499, it will soon hit Canada, France, Germany, and the U.K. Despite excitement, Apple lowered sales forecasts due to high prices and evolving applications.
CNBC
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Test Your Knowledge
What was the code name for the development of the A-bomb?
See answer below.
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Quote of the Day
"When we are wrong, make us easy to change. When we are right make us easy to live with."
Alfred Gruenther
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"If I talk to you about life insurance, I can write off this vacation as a business expense."
Copyright © Randy Glasbergen
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Test Your Knowledge Answer
What was the code name for the development of the A-bomb?
Answer: The Manhattan Project
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