There’s no denying that the United States Armed Forces relies on the strength, courage, and valor of the men & women in its ranks. However, it’s important to remember that military campaigns have become much more reliant on technology, making electro-mechanical assemblies all the more vital to their success.
 
This also means that shoddy manufacturing of these items can mean putting lives on the line when military personnel are in the field. Being “in the field” can vary from training exercises to being on the frontlines, but no matter the situation, any equipment being used needs to be able to work right the first time. There is no room for failure.
 
In order to understand electro-mechanical assemblies in terms of military applications, it is perhaps best to look at the construction & use of these assemblies in terms of:
 
– what they are

– the ability to deliver the necessary materials

– having the proper certification

– the ability to deliver a finished product on time
 
A device with an electrical & mechanical component can be referred to as electro-mechanical. Think moving parts powered by electricity or that have electricity running through them. There are an endless number of devices that can qualify, but typically this refers to things related to, or operated by, computers.
 
Some of the places you will find electro-mechanical assemblies in the military include:
 
Unmanned Technology — The face of battle has changed over the course of history. Making a strategic strike or exploring unchartered territories can be done without being anywhere near a particular area. This is an all-important step in helping save the lives of military personnel.
 
Weapons Systems — Whether it’s air defense systems, or weaponry found on land or what you may find on seafaring vessels, electro-mechanical assemblies are at the heart of makes them operate.
 
Medical Availability — It’s important to remember that the ability to treat individuals in the field is essential to saving lives. In order to do that, mobile medical technology is a must, and over the years, the military has been at the forefront of developing the best technology for this purpose.
 
With respect to the military, electro-mechanical assemblies are put to the test because they will face tougher field conditions. As the military contracts this type of work out, they, too, need to be sure that the manufacturer they plan on working with can actually produce what they need.
 
It’s also important that the prospective manufacturer the military plans on working with for its electro-mechanical assemblies needs has employees that are trained & are up-to-date with current regulations & industry standards. Moreover, it’s important to know what type of industry credentials a manufacturer carries. Certifications should include IPC/WHMA/UL certificates, as well as ITAR compliance, and they should have qualifications in MIL-STD/MIL-SPEC.
 
Finally, the military depends on a strict adherence to lead times for delivery of goods. Losing track of when materials will be delivered can be of grave consequence to the military. Both parties need to be in full communication at all junctures of the manufacturing process to be sure a contracted production date will be kept.
 
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