Smart pallet for burn-in testing of computers
US5862040A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 3, 1997 |
| Grant date | Jan 19, 1999 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 3, 2017 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01R31/01
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A transport pallet is provided for automating pre-shipment testing or "burn-in" of personal computers. The transport pallet is adapted to receive and transport the computer from an assembly line to a test storage location or bin. The pallet also provides on-board connections by which both operating power and computer signals are furnished to the personal computer at the test storage location. The pallet is adapted to engage external power supply terminals and external computer signal inputs at the test location. The pallet furnishes both power and test signals to the personal computer and return responses of the computer through the on-board connections, permitting "burn-in" testing of the computer while it is located in the test storage bin.
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