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automated optical inspection

During automated optical inspection (AOI), printed circuit boards (PCB) or surface-mount devices (SMD) are inspected by means of an automated optical inspection machine. During each automated optical inspection test, dozens of images are captured with a special camera and compared to previous assembled boards to detect any anomalies.

Alternative Names

PCB inspectionAOOIinspection of SMDSMMD AOOIPCCB AOOIoptical inspection which is automatedSMD inspection

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automated optical inspection is listed as an essential skill for 1 occupation(s).

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automated optical inspection is a useful but optional skill for 1 occupation(s).

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TypeKnowledge
ClassificationESCO
DigitalYes
GreenNo
Essential for1 occupations
Optional for1 occupations
Total occupations2
Alt names7

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