Randomizing Wafers To Zero In On Process Problems Much Faster


Randomizing wafers to enable slot-positional analysis is essential for detecting root causes of problems , you had to purchase additional sorters and expensive specialized software. That typically requires additional resources – operators, engineers, and IT. In addition, you had to accept some cycle time reduction because of the extra processing and handling that was needed. Randomization ... » read more

Elimination Of Die-Pop Defect By Vacuum Reflow For Ultrathin Die With Warpage In Semiconductor Packaging Assembly


Semiconductor die thickness is getting thinner over time due to improvement of power efficiency in advance power electronic packages. Ultrathin die with convex warpage can easily deteriorate the solder void removal process during solder reflow, leading to various packaging reliability issues. In particular, a new type of packaging defect phenomenon—die-pop—is observed. Vacuum reflow process... » read more

Hunting For Macro Defects: The Importance Of Bare Wafer Inspection


As logic and memory semiconductor devices approach the limits of Moore’s Law, the requirements for accuracy in layer transfer become increasingly stringent. One leading silicon wafer manufacturer estimates that 50% of epitaxial wafer supply for logic will be on nodes equal to or less than 7nm. This is up approximately 30% from earlier in the decade. To meet the demands of extreme ultraviol... » read more