How to test hardware

In this talk, I will discuss the testing of cash registers, all-in-one PCs, self-service kiosks (SSKs), and data collection terminals (DCTs). 

We will examine the types of software bugs that arise from hardware errors and vice versa. 

We will start with a brief historical overview to understand the development of hardware testing. 

Thereafter, we will look at various types of hardware testing, including: 

• Vibration testing: How devices are tested for resistance to vibrations and mechanical stress.
• Thermal chamber: Testing in extreme temperature conditions to ensure devices function correctly in any climate.
• Battery testing: Assessing the longevity and safety of batteries.
• Drop tests: Checking the durability of devices against drops and impacts.
• Static testing: Ensuring devices are compatible with electrostatic discharge and protected against static electricity.