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August 2005 cover

FEATURES

  • AOI Pitfalls
    Poor Vision
    The value of inspection is overshadowed by software issues and floor management.
    Matt Holzmann

  • Cover Story
    Pb-Free, Moisture Sensitivity and X-Ray Inspection
    Parts absorb considerably more moisture during lead-free assembly. X-ray can spot the subsequent solder joint problems.
    David Bernard, Ph.D.

  • CAM Automation
    Not-So-Secret Codes
    Never change CAM automation on a Friday, and other lessons of software integration.
    Stephen Potter

  • Component Packaging
    MEMS in Medicine
    How these next-generation components are changing a vital application for electronics.
    Ken Gilleo, Ph.D.

  • Pb-Free Transition
    Converting Wave Soldering Equipment to Pb-Free
    Install a new solder pot in just an hour.
    Lee Whiteman, Jeff Stong and Debbie Alavezos

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On the cover: X-ray's role in lead-free assembly. ( iStockphoto Inc.)

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