At 07:31 PM 10/2/2007, Frank H. Bauer wrote:
I feel compelled to comment on one specific item that Dave questions in this thread---surface mounted components in space.
I have worked at NASA for 32+years and have led or guided avionics teams throughout NASA for a large part of that time (15+ years). For many years we have used surface mount technology in our avionics products. I was quite proud of our (Goddard) surface mount capabilities. One of our techs was an expert on the installation, removal and replacement of surface mount components.an expertise that is highly sought after. This technology is a mainstream capability within the space community.
So I need to say that this myth is "busted"
Thank you ... I would certainly accept that as a viable reference!
:-)
Dave