Extreme-Temperature and Harsh-Environment Electronics (Second Edition) 2nd Edition

Extreme-Temperature and Harsh-Environment Electronics (Second Edition) by Vinod Kumar Khanna is the definitive, practical guide for engineers and designers working where electronics must survive the most demanding conditions. This updated 2nd edition combines cutting-edge theory with real-world solutions for applications in aerospace, automotive, oil & gas, defense, space, and industrial IoT across North America, Europe, India and beyond.

Start with a clear, compelling overview of materials science, semiconductor behavior, packaging, thermal management, and reliability engineering under extreme temperatures and corrosive or radiation-prone environments. The book expertly balances foundational principles with actionable design practices — component selection, ruggedized PCB techniques, testing protocols, and accelerated-life prediction — making complex topics accessible for practicing engineers and senior students alike.

What sets this edition apart is its focus on mission-critical outcomes: enhanced system longevity, predictable performance in wide temperature ranges, and fail-safe operation in harsh climates. Readers will gain practical checklists, failure-mode insights, and mitigation strategies that shorten development cycles and reduce field failures in applications from deep-sea sensors to high-altitude flight systems.

Whether you’re a hardware engineer in Silicon Valley, an R&D specialist in Munich, or a systems designer in Bengaluru, this book is an essential resource for designing reliable electronics for extreme environments. Clear diagrams, case studies, and up-to-date standards guidance make it both a classroom companion and a workshop reference.

For professionals aiming to deliver resilient, certified Books where failure isn’t an option, Extreme-Temperature and Harsh-Environment Electronics, 2nd Edition is the hands-on toolkit that translates advanced science into dependable design. Add it to your engineering library today.

Note: eBooks do not include supplementary materials such as CDs, access codes, etc.