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Automation in Transition
The world of automation is changing. What does this mean for customers? And what impact is the transformation having on providers? Find out more from a panel of experts.
SCHUNK
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How Do You Calculate Solder Paste Volume?
I have a connector with 6 rectangular mounting tabs. The tabs are 1.5 mm x 0.6 mm. How can I calculate the recommended volume of solder paste for these
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General Manager, Nordson SELECT
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Unlock the Potential of Salvaged Devices
Component harvesting is a reliable method of electronic component reclamation, reducing e-waste and ensuring economic reuse for automated assembly.
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What Year Was It?
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The day was Aug 12. What year was it?
Skeleton of Tyrannosaurus Rex Discovered
Fossil hunter Susan Hendrickson discovers three huge bones jutting out of a cliff near Faith, South Dakota. They turn out to be part of the largest-ever Tyrannosaurus Rex skeleton ever discovered.
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PAE Certification – Oct 2-5, 2026
Advance your expertise with the ESDA Process Assessment Engineer (PAE) Certification at the 2026 EOS/ESD Symposium. Learn ANSI/ESD SP17.1 principles to assess and improve EOS/ESD processes.
EOS/ESD Association
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What Year Was It Answer
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Skeleton of Tyrannosaurus Rex Discovered
Answer: August 12, 1990
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Compal opens new plant in Taoyuan
Compal expects AI servers to generate 30–40% of revenue next year, up from 10% this year, as it expands capacity in Taiwan, Vietnam and Texas. New plants will support L10 and L11 systems, targeting triple-digit AI growth as PC demand weakens.
Taipei Times
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Redesigning Material Logistics for High-Mix EMS Production
High mix electronics manufacturing requires reliable material management. This white paper explains how BMK enhanced traceability, inventory accuracy and picking efficiency using integrated automated storage, digital workflows and reel-level visibility.
Technical Paper
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Electronics overtime hits monthly record for June
Taiwan's electronics workers logged record June overtime as the AI boom fueled surging orders. Electronic components employees averaged 28.7 hours, while computer and optoelectronics workers hit 17.7 hours, signaling strong demand as demand surged.
Taipei Times
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Viscom at SMTA Michigan & Ohio
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Viscom SE
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Optimizing Cleaning Strategies for Advanced Packaging Technologies
The study will utilize various test vehicles with low standoff components, using both No-clean and Water-soluble solder formulations. Two aqueous-based cleaning agents will be evaluated, and cleanliness assessed through visual inspection, SIR, and IC testing following IPC standards.
Technical Paper
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Thermally Conductive, Low Outgassing Epoxy
Master Bond EP21AOLV-2LO is an electrically insulating adhesive that meets NASA low outgassing requirements for sealing, coating and encapsulation applications. Ask an expert.
Master Bond
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Academic integrity, AI ethics should be in schools
Taiwanese students urge stronger AI ethics and academic integrity education after nearly half surveyed said they were confused by AI rules. Officials plan standardized curricula covering critical thinking, media literacy and responsible use.
Taipei Times
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Google is testing a new homepage that buries the search button for AI
Google is testing an AI-heavy Search homepage that promotes Gemini tools over traditional queries. The experiment signals a broader shift toward AI-driven search, despite user resistance, legal challenges, and growing concerns from publishers over content and revenue.
TechSpot
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Reduction of Condensate Residues in the Reflow Process
Increased electronics manufacturing results in an increased amount of condensate residue. The problem is not only to meet the increased cleaning requirements with increasing production, it is much more the absence of knowledge about the condensate residue formation process and how this residue can be minimized and inhibited in its formation.
Technical Paper
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AIT ORMET® TLPS for Proven Reliability
AIT ORMET® TLPS is proven for outstanding reliability for High and Ultra High-Density Interconnection and high temperature build-up Layer Interconnection beyond 175°C
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Managing Your Component Library for Supply Chain Resilience
Unmanaged PCB libraries expose manufacturers to obsolete parts, shortages, counterfeits, compliance gaps and costly redesigns. Database-driven libraries track lifecycles, support multi-sourcing and compliance, reducing errors, delays and risks.
EE Times
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Zap Rocks. Add Water. Get Clean Hydrogen
Eden GeoPower is developing electrical rock-fracturing technology to unlock underground hydrogen from iron-rich rocks. The startup must still prove production rates, control costs, navigate complex geology, and demonstrate long-term commercial viability.
IEEE Spectrum
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Solder Performance and Reliability Assurance (SPRA) Project
The performance specification of solder requires that any solder being considered meet assembly requirements as well as the interconnects formed with the solder survive specified mechanical shock, thermal cycle, and vibrations environment conditions.
Technical Paper
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AI Hardware's Next Frontier Is Integration
LID World Summit 2026 showed AI's next growth phase will demand more than faster transistors. Leaders called for system-level redesign using advanced memory, 3D stacking, chiplets, photonics, co-packaged optics, and efficient power and thermal management.
EE Times
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Test Your Knowledge
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How much did the first three minutes of a call cost when commercial telephone service was introduced between New York and London in 1927?
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Indium Corporation Opens New Manufacturing Facility in Guadalajara, Mexico
Indium Corporation announced the opening of a new manufacturing facility in Guadalajara, Mexico. Company executives, employees, sales channel partners, and local guests ...
Indium Corporation
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Maximum Drying Performance in a Minimum Footprint
Whether coating drying, curing, tempering or burn-in: drying processes in the electronics industry are now far more than just a downstream production step. They play ...
Rehm Thermal Systems
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AIM Appoints Jake Vlacich as Senior Product Manager
AIM Solder is pleased to announce the appointment of Jake Vlacich as Senior Product Manager. In his new role, Vlacich will help guide product strategy and portfolio ...
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Arch Systems and HARMAN Named 2026 Automotive News PACE Award Finalist
Arch Systems and HARMAN announced that their joint initiative, "Scaling Factory Intelligence with Agentic AI," has been named a finalist for the 2026 Automotive News ...
Arch Systems
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The next generation of PCBA cleaning for greater process reliability and efficiency
With the second generation of HyperSWASH, we're taking the cleaning of electronic assemblies to a whole new level. We have specifically refined our proven cleaning ...
PBT Works
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Supply Chain News from Garner Osborne Circuits (Q3 2026)
For organisations designing and manufacturing electronic products, the supply chain landscape continues to evolve. While our Q2 supply chain update highlighted ...
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MORE INDUSTRY PRESS
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"Flying" SMD Components
This paper deals with the fundamentals of heat transfer and the test procedures show how the SOD323 can be processed given a suitable selection of solder paste and oven settings. Read more.
Rehm Thermal Systems
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Quote of the Day
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"Be undeniably good. No marketing effort or social media buzzword can be a substitute for that."
Anthony Volodkin, Hype Machine founder
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Circuitnet Advertising Delivers Results!
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"If a stock goes sour and leaves a bad taste in your mouth, try one of these - they're InvestMints!"
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Need Improved Solder Joint Visibility?
Solder Peel-A-Way Removable Terminal Carriers in place and peel the carrier away for complete solder joint visibility on both sides of the PCB. Watch a video to see it in action.
Advanced Interconnections Corp.
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Test Your Knowledge Answer
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How much did the first three minutes of a call cost when commercial telephone service was introduced between New York and London in 1927? Answer:
$75.00
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