I bought this book seeking practical information relating to testing of manufactured PCB assemblies. I found relatively little information on that subject, and the information I did find was of a general nature.

I got the impression that if you are interested in a survey of issues dealing with mechnaical failures, you might find more to like in this book.

It is the very first book (that I'm aware of) written for test engineers and managers. This book is an overview of all types of testing.

The author's philosophy is excellent.....

"The author has never found a company or a project where it was considered in retrospect by those involved that too much was spent on a development test programme." Test Engineering by Patrick D. T. O'Connor.

When you consider that Chernobyl, Three Mile Island, the Comet IV and the Challenger failed not because of negligence, but because critical data slipped through the cracks, or was misinterpreted, this book may just prevent that next tragic unknown from taking place. Or at least arm engineers, and managers, as to what is taking place.

Highly recommended, from one in the business.

Hound of the Sea tells the story of the author's purchase and sailing of a yacht, the Cu Na Mara. The book contains accounts
of two Trans Pacific races to Hawaii. A good book for anyone
interested in sailing. A must read for anyone thinking about buying a yacht.