The Handbook of Electronics Packaging Design and Engineering has been writ- ten as a reference source for use in the packaging design of electronics equip- ment. It is designed to provide a single convenient source for the solution of re- curring design problems. The primary consideration of any design is that the end product meet or exceed the applicable product specifications. The judicious use of uniform design practices will realize the following economies and equipment improvements: - Economics of design. Uniform design practices will result in less engineering and design times and lower...