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Electrostatic discharge

Term · Semiconductors · MLC-T-SEM-000110

The sudden flow of electricity between two electrically charged objects caused by contact, an electrical short, or dielectric breakdown. In semiconductor manufacturing, electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage sensitive electronic components, leading to device failure or latent defects. Control measures include grounding personnel and equipment, using anti-static materials, and maintaining proper humidity levels.

Table 1. Record
IdentifierMLC-T-SEM-000110
FieldSemiconductors
SubjectCleanroom, Contamination & EHS
AbbreviationESD
Record as JSON 
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  "term": "Electrostatic discharge",
  "field": "Semiconductors",
  "definition": "The sudden flow of electricity between two electrically charged objects caused by contact, an electrical short, or dielectric breakdown. In semiconductor manufacturing, electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage sensitive electronic components, leading to device failure or latent defects. Control measures include grounding personnel and equipment, using anti-static materials, and maintaining proper humidity levels.",
  "abbreviation": "ESD",
  "subject": "Cleanroom, Contamination & EHS",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/semiconductors/electrostatic-discharge/"
}

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