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Risks of ESD

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2.2.6

Test results of ESD standards

The test results are as follows:

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Normal performance continues within the specification limits

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Temporary degradation or loss of function or performance which is self-recoverable

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Temporary degradation or loss of function or performance which requires operator

intervention or system reset (the operator can be the end user)

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Degradation or loss of function which is not recoverable due to damage of equipment

(components) or software, or loss of data.

The risks of failure are the same for touch sensing application as for other applications.

When a touch occurs, the system or equipment can fail if it is not sufficiently robust.