Title :
Electron tube experience in computing equipment
Author :
Goetz, J. A. ; Brooke, A. W.
Author_Institution :
International Business Machines Corporation, Pough-keepsie, N. Y.
Abstract :
The malfunctioning or failure of electron tubes in a computer is a large item in the over-all cost of its operation. Preventive maintenance testing of tubes before installation has proved to be economically feasible. Methods of testing and the findings are given in this article.
Keywords :
Calculators; Cathodes; Circuit faults; Electron tubes; Heating; Inspection; Preventive maintenance;
Journal_Title :
Electrical Engineering
DOI :
10.1109/EE.1952.6437952
