Here’s what the hole in a safety pin is really for

In high school, I pierced my navel with a safety pin. (Do not recommend.) These days, I prefer to wear them as earrings—I’m ...
Bustle

How To Wear A Safety Pin Responsibly

Got a safety pin? Been seeing them everywhere and not entirely sure what they mean? The safety pin phenomenon hit Britain first; in the wake of the Brexit vote in June 2016, in which Britain voted to ...
Electronic Design

Know Your Safety Application Notes (Part 2): Failure Mode Distribution

This article provides insights into the importance of an IC’s pin failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA) to comply with functional-safety standards such as IEC 61508 and ISO... 1. FMEA and its ...
Indiatimes

Have you ever wondered why safety pins have a hole

The safety pin is a small domestic object that appears settled and complete, yet it carries a design feature that invites repeated questions. The circular hole at the end of the clasped arm has ...