EDN

Electrostatic discharge testing standards – understanding & comparing the differences

Electrostatic discharge (ESD) is defined as “the sudden and momentary electric current that flows between two objects at different electrical potentials.” ESD causes equipment failure and network ...
EDN

Defining the ESD Audit

» While developing and implementing an ESD control program is a time-consuming and complex process, just as important to your program’s long-term success is the establishment of a comprehensive and ...
Electronic Design

Simple Yet Effective ESD Testing Methods for Higher Reliability

We’ve all experienced the effect of electrostatic discharge at some point in our lives, the most common case being a tingling sensation one feels after touching a door knob or any metal surface. When ...
Electronic Design

The ESDA and JEDEC Revise Standards for ESD Testing

JEDEC Solid State Technology Association and the ESD Association today announced the publication of ANSI/ESDA/JEDEC JS-001-2011 for Electrostatic Discharge Sensitivity (ESD) Testing - Human Body Model ...
Design-Reuse

Testable SoCs : Every new design is an ESD test chip

The effect of low ESD immunity on a new product introduction can be both obvious and subtle. Manufacturing and test facilities adhere to ANSI standards for ESD protection and handling of chips based ...