FastFlow-based X-ray system offers 3D image quality
The X7056-II system is ideal in production lines that require high throughput despite extensive inspection of hidden solder joints.
Dry etching system allows uniform Descum, Ti process
The NA-1500 dry etching system provides stable transfer and processes without abnormal discharge, according to Ulvac.
Process innovations enable versatile flex circuits
Roll-to-roll processing with advanced laser drilling capabilities have realised economies of scale for flex-circuit suppliers, allowing wider use in such…
AOI, R2R boost flex circuit viability
Automated optical inspection and direct imaging are ensuring higher yields for flexible circuit makers.
Inline wet process eases multi-wafer texturing
The DW Pre Tex diamond-wire sawing for wafers and cells is a one-step, inline wet process that achieves an R<…
Magnetic field extends mirror lifetime in EUV litho
Gigaphoton's magnetic-field debris mitigation technology extends collector mirror lifetime with a reflectance decrease of less than 0.5% per billion pulses.
Plantia software streamlines equipment maintenance
Fujitsu’s Plantia system supports standardisation of equipment maintenance in line with customers' digitisation needs.
China to house over 40% of semi fabs by 2020
China is shaping to be the next hub of front-end semiconductor fabs as around 40% of fabs to begin operation…
NTU 3D prints ready-to-fly drone
Researchers at Nanyang Technological University have 3D printed an operational drone with all the electronics in place.
Modbus eavesdropper translates SCADA protocols to IT
Rather than overwhelm the IT/OT system with data, SmartSwarm 351 collects, filters and aggregates raw data through simple user configuration.