There’s a problem with fuses. On the face of it, testing would seem to be a one-shot deal — exceed the rated current and see if it blows. But once you know the answer, the device is useless. If only ...

The Technical Committee of the Automotive Electronics Council (AEC) has expanded the scope of AEC-Q200, Stress Test Qualification for Passive Electrical Devices. The new Revision E has been published, ...

Find a downloadable version of this story in pdf format at the end of the story. Although features and functionality attract the most attention for new electronic products, whether consumer, ...