Electronic component documentation in a research-laboratory environment

Documenting electronic components and assemblies used by design personnel at a scientific research laboratory is a challenge. Documentation must be both up-to-date and complete enough to provide designers the information they need for unusual applications. Yet, because of the relatively small quantities of components used, the documentation must be inexpensive to produce and distribute. Close interaction between technically-knowledgeable editor/writers and components engineers results in components documentation closely tailored to the needs of our design personnel. This paper discusses the philosophy underlying the efforts, as well as the organization, production, and distribution of component documentation.