9. Industry Standards in Testability
The chapter discusses various industry standards related to testability, emphasizing their importance in ensuring reliability, efficiency, and safety of electronic systems. It explores standards such as IEEE 1149.1, IEEE 1500, ISO 26262, MIL-STD-883, and IEC 61508, detailing their specific applications and compliance requirements. The benefits of adopting these standards are highlighted, including improved quality and reduced risk, essential for manufacturers aiming for global market access.
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What we have learnt
- Industry standards in testability ensure reliable and effective testing procedures for electronic systems.
- Compliance with standards like IEEE 1149.1 and ISO 26262 contributes to safety and quality in specific applications.
- Adopting testability standards reduces risk and enhances product reliability, leading to faster time-to-market.
Key Concepts
- -- Design for Testability (DFT)
- Guidelines that help ensure consistent and effective testing procedures for electronic systems.
- -- IEEE 1149.1 (JTAG)
- A widely recognized standard for testing digital circuits that defines a method for testing interconnects on a PCB without direct physical probes.
- -- ISO 26262
- An international standard for functional safety in automotive systems, focusing on risk assessment and safety for electronic components.
- -- MILSTD883
- A military standard for testing microelectronic devices designed for harsh operational environments.
- -- IEC 61508
- An international standard for functional safety of electrical, electronic, and programmable systems used in industrial environments.
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