USB stands for Universal Serial Bus. Before USBs, connecting anything to a computer involved an assortment of cables and ports. A mouse, keyboard, printer, scanner…
Rainwater Harvesting Expands with IoT
Rainwater harvesting is the process of collecting, storing, purifying and conveying rainwater. Rainwater harvesting is cost efficient and conserves water and energy. Collecting rainwater reduces…
Meeting & Exceeding Standards: Aerodynamic Hazards
Equipment stored or operated on aircraft must withstand a variety of hazards, including acceleration, acoustic noise, temperature, vibration, water intrusion and altitude. A combination of…
Meeting & Exceeding Standards: Pyroshock, Gunfire and Ballistics
Previously, we reviewed resistance testing guidelines for general shock and vibration. However, shock can come from many sources. Military standard MIL-STD-810G outlines testing for a…
Meeting & Exceeding Standards: Shock and Vibration
Part of military standard MIL-STD-810G outlines testing for a device’s ability to withstand general vibration and shock. Previously, we reviewed resistance testing guidelines for water,…
Meeting & Exceeding Standards: Atmospheric Conditions
Under MIL-STD-801G atmospheric testing evaluates a device’s ability to withstand shock, radiation and acidity found in various conditions. Low Pressure (Altitude) Storage/Air Transport: For equipment…
Meeting & Exceeding Standards: Environmental Contaminants
Previously, we reviewed water resistance and temperature testing in military standard MIL-STD-810G for environmental engineering. Further testing evaluates a device’s ability to withstand contaminants found…
Meeting & Exceeding Standards: Water Intrusion
Part of military standard MIL-STD-810G indicates a device’s ability to withstand water intrusion under various temperatures and conditions. Rain Rain and Blowing Rain: For material…
Meeting & Exceeding Standards: Temperature Extremes & Shock
The military created MIL-STD-810G to establish test methods for determining the resistance of equipment against the effects of rugged environments. Several tests relate to a…