Programs help spot hot spots
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The rate of failure of electronic components increases with the temperature. Time-dependent dielectronic breakdown (TDDB),- also known as oxide wearout - has been rated among the three leading causes of VLSI failure. Thermal factors are often neglected during the system development stage. Computer-aided design software highlights areas where cooling may be inadequate, allowing engineers to fix the problem during the design phase. Because such failures are costly, the Air Force, Army and Navy programs require higher thermal qualifications and reliability than ever before. These specifications are discussed.
Publication Name: IEEE Spectrum
Subject: Engineering and manufacturing industries
ISSN: 0018-9235
Year: 1987
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Education: New Programs
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On January 23, 1984, WNET begins an Academy on Computers in the United States that runs for twelve weeks and attempts to demystify computers for viewers. Graduate-engineering courses are offered through the Network Northeastern University's live telecasts to companies in Massachusetts. A technology-update video conference will be offered on February 20, 1984 by IEEE Educational Services.
Publication Name: IEEE Spectrum
Subject: Engineering and manufacturing industries
ISSN: 0018-9235
Year: 1983
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The Origins of EE Education: A Matter of Degree
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A history is given of the development of electrical engineering education in the United States. Cornell and MIT had the first electrical engineering programs, followed by other Ivy League and Midwestern schools. Photographs illustrate important people and places in the history.
Publication Name: IEEE Spectrum
Subject: Engineering and manufacturing industries
ISSN: 0018-9235
Year: 1984
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