A look at automatic testing

This survey reviews the current state of automation in the testing of electronic components, networks, and circuits. Elements and characteristics of typical test sytems, both hardware-controlled and computer-controlled, are described. Paths to be followed and pitfalls to be avoided in achieving automation are discussed in an effort to help the reader toward a better understanding of the subject and its broad applications. ``How to automate successfully,'' a major theme in the report, places emphasis on economic justification.