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We will start by examining the concept of burn-in as a quality and reliability test tool. The one key concept to keep in mind throughout this chapter is that a modern manufacturing process is not a fixed entity, but a live and ever changing creation. For it to be successful, it must by definition, be always changing and improving. The concept of constant and never-ending improvement must be a filter through which we view the issues surrounding QUALITY, RELIABILITY, and BURN-IN.
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Crandall, E. (1997). Burn-In, Quality, and Reliability Testing. In: Power Supply Testing Handbook. Springer, Boston, MA. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4615-6055-5_16
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