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Graham Naisbitt explains the importance of objective evidence in manufacturing processes, debunking the common misconception that the ROSE test is a cleanliness test. He also discusses the introduction of Rev J, a requirement for measuring ionic contamination on circuit assemblies, and the challenges in accurately measuring contamination. Alternative methods like ion chromatography and the need for updating standards like the ROSE test are mentioned.

Nolan’s Notes: Coming to Terms With AI

May 7, 2024 | Nolan Johnson, Nolan's Notes

How fast do things move in the world of data analytics? Here’s an example. We’ve been planning this issue on artificial intelligence for the past few months, and, in fact, I had already written this column about a month ago. Then I went to IPC APEX EXPO and upended it all. I originally had compared AI to drag racing in that (CPU) horsepower and new (data) vehicles have steadily delivered higher performance competition. That seemed pretty accurate given how generative AI models dominated the popular media with amazing results—and sometimes spectacular crashes.





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The Knowledge Base: A CM’s Perspective on Box Build Practices

April 30, 2024 | Mike Konrad, The Knowledge Base

In the ever-evolving landscape of electronics manufacturing, the box-build process stands out as a critical phase that bridges the gap between individual component manufacturing and the delivery of a fully functional electronic...

SMT Prospects and Perspectives: AI Opportunities, Challenges, and Possibilities, Part 1

April 17, 2024 | Dr. Jennie Hwang, SMT Perspectives and Prospects

In this installment of my artificial intelligence (AI) series, I will touch on the key foundational technologies that propel and drive the development and deployment of AI, with special consideration of electronics packaging and...

Nolan’s Notes: Do More, Get More

April 2, 2024 | Nolan Johnson, Nolan's Notes

This month in SMT007 Magazine, we’re investigating box build, a manufacturing sector so closely adjacent to board assembly that some OEM customers they’re the same thing. To those of us doing this work, we know they’re very...

Global Sourcing Spotlight: Don’t Be Afraid of Global Sourcing

April 3, 2024 | Bob Duke, Global Sourcing Spotlight

On paper, it doesn’t seem like a great time for global sourcing. With several world conflicts, it may seem impossible to think that something like global sourcing and commercial trade between countries could begin to alleviate this...

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