You must, however, observe the rules regarding static electricity which can damage sensitive components.

Physical stresses caused by expansion and contraction can damage components.

Engines; Shielding a hot running airplane engine from damaging other components.

For long duration missions, the high doses of radiation can damage electronic components and solar cells.

Whether the computer is going across town or across the country, special care must be taken to avoid damaging its circuitry and components.

Excess heat can also damage components that are sensitive to heat.

This energy is powerful enough to damage electrical components and scramble computer memories causing the missile to fly off course.

Cosmic rays can damage electronic components and pose a health threat to space travelers.

Replies: Yes magnetic and electric fields can damage electronic components.

A person carrying a relatively small electric charge may not feel a discharge that is sufficient to damage sensitive electronic components.