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Every chip to the market must pass a stringent checkpoint before shipment known as ATE testing. Serving as the physical “neural hub” that connects test equipment worth millions of dollars with the device under test, the performance of the ATE test board directly determines the accuracy, efficiency, and final yield of chip testing. Amid the rapid rise of high-compute chips, what extreme challenges is this seemingly small circuit board facing? How is EDADOC addressing industry pain points through its one-stop “design + manufacturing” model?

Cleaning Is Critical

April 27, 2026 | Nolan Johnson, SMT007 Magazine

Mike Bixenman, president of Magnalytix, and his colleagues Vladimir Sitko, founder of PBT Works, and Adam Klett, PhD, director of science at KYZEN, discussed how cleaning can affect reliability in a Professional Development Course at APEX EXPO 2026. We spoke to Mike after the session to better understand the context for the current activity in cleaning technology.

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When it comes to complex, high-performance electronics, the line between sales and engineering has all but disappeared. Customers want more than a quote. They’re not simply buying boards; they’re buying understanding, so...

SMT Perspectives & Prospects: Artificial Intelligence, Part 7—Data Module 2

April 8, 2026 | Dr. Jennie Hwang, SMT Perspectives and Prospects

When I last wrote about data, I focused on data quality and size, data infrastructure, the boundaries of data training, data preparation, and the general challenges and concerns of data. This month, I will focus on alternative...

Effective product development requires early and active participation from all stakeholders. The design process must include input from supply chain, manufacturing engineering, purchasing, quality, and production. A design cannot be...

Nolan’s Notes: Wire Harness—The Underdog of the Industry

April 1, 2026 | Nolan Johnson, Nolan's Notes

My dad’s favorite cartoon character was “Underdog,” one of the very first American Saturday morning cartoon shows. When someone asked him for help, Underdog would proudly declare, “Never Fear! Underdog is here!” Over time, I...

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