Automated contact alignment tool
US7557594B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 14, 2007 |
| Grant date | Jul 7, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 14, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01R31/2891
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A method for determining the alignment of a plurality of contacts in an electronic testing machine is disclosed. The contacts are swept over an electronic component taking a plurality of electrical readings. These electrical readings are charted against a desired orientation to determine alignment. Alignment can be corrected as necessary using an adjustment mechanism.
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