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X-Ray Microscopy Analysis (XRM) Of Fiber-Reinforced Composite Materials

Fiber-reinforced composite materials of a polymer matrix that have been reinforced with carbon, fiberglass or synthetic fibers are used increasingly in the construction of materials for the aerospace, automotive, marine, and construction industries because of their strength, high performance, and light weight.

From Xradia 22 Apr 2013

Identifying Failures (Bump Cracks and Voids) Within Advanced 3D Packages for Semiconductors

Xradia's VersaXRM™ 3D X-ray microscope enables high resolution imaging of bump cracks and voids down to submicron levels, even for large packages without any sample preparation.

From Xradia 22 Apr 2013

XRM Characterization for Determining the Reliability of Wire Bond Packaging Processes

In order to characterize the reliability of a packaging process and to identify existing or potential failures in the package, especially in a package having complex wire bonding, the dimensions and proximity of the wire connections before and after encapsulation need to be determined.

From Xradia 22 Apr 2013

Using 3D X-Ray Microscopy (XRM) to Determine the 3D Morphology of Solid Foams

Solid foams are structures containing gaseous voids enclosed by a denser solid matrix such as metals, alloys or polymers.

From Xradia 22 Apr 2013

Temporal Analysis of the Microstructure of Electrodes Using 3D X-Ray Microscopy (XRM)

The microstructures of electrodes can impact the performance of battery cells as they play a key role in battery energy, charge times, electrical conductivity and power density.

From Xradia 22 Apr 2013

XRM Multi-Length Scale Solutions for the Development of Carbon Fibers

Carbon fibers are lightweight materials that have found use in a myriad of applications, ranging from electrical conductors, to airplane wings and structural reinforcements.

From Xradia 22 Apr 2013

XRM Analysis of Carbonate Rocks for the Oil and Gas Industry

Carbonates are considered to have most of the remaining hydrocarbon reserves. They are the key rock type for oil and gas research as well as in climate engineering, especially for carbon sequestration initiatives.

From Xradia 22 Apr 2013

Using 3D X-Ray Microscopes for Carbon (CO2) Sequestration Experiments

Carbon sequestration experiments have gained momentum as governments worldwide acknowledged them as an environmental initiative. Carbon sequestration shows promise to alleviate climate change by capturing carbon dioxide and preventing its emission into the atmosphere.

From Xradia 22 Apr 2013

Solder Bump Technologies Analysis Using 3D Metrology

The requirement for faster and more portable devices is increasing the complexity of modern electronics. For this purpose, solder bumps are increasingly deployed in packages and boards as they enable lower thermal resistance and higher I/O density when compared to other electrical interconnection techniques.

From Xradia 22 Apr 2013

Characterization of Through Silicon Vias (TSVs) for the Semiconductor Industry

The looming transistor scaling limits have driven the semiconductor industry to advance packaging in order to stay in line with Moore's Law.

From Xradia 22 Apr 2013

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The Current State of the Global Semiconductor Market

The global semiconductor market has entered an exciting period. Demand for chip technology is both driving the industry as well as hindering it, with current chip shortages predicted to last for some time. Current trends will likely shape the future of the industry, which is set to continue to show

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The primary distinction between graphene-based batteries and solid-state batteries lies in the composition of either electrode. Although the cathode is commonly changed, carbon allotropes can also be employed in fabricating anodes.

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X-Ray Microscopy Analysis (XRM) Of Fiber-Reinforced Composite Materials

Identifying Failures (Bump Cracks and Voids) Within Advanced 3D Packages for Semiconductors

XRM Characterization for Determining the Reliability of Wire Bond Packaging Processes

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Temporal Analysis of the Microstructure of Electrodes Using 3D X-Ray Microscopy (XRM)

XRM Multi-Length Scale Solutions for the Development of Carbon Fibers

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