Electrostatic Discharge

hardware, testing (ESD) One kind of test that hardware

usually has to pass to prove it is suitable for sale and use.

The hardware must still work after is has been subjected to

some level of electrostatic discharge. Some organisations

have their own ESD requirements which hardware must meet

before it will be considered for purchase.

Different countries have different legal regulations about

levels of ESD.

See also Radio Frequency Interference, ElectromagneticCompatibility.

(1997-12-19)