The Future of Random Vibration Screening and Testing in Automotive Engineering

Emphasizing stimulation (using random vibration and thermal shock), this paper first examines ESS (environmental stress screening), a relatively recent electronics production tool. Then it emphasizes simulation (of over-the-road random vibration), environmental laboratory testing during development. While different in their immediate objectives, the two subjects have a common goal: increasing the reliability of vehicles and their onboard electronic and other assemblies.