Abstract:
A method for creating an interface between a chip (10) and chip carrier (26) includes spacing the chip (10) a given distance above the chip carrier (26), and then introducing a liquid (50) in the gap (34) between the chip (10) and carrier (26). Preferably, the liquid (50) is an elastomer which is hardened into a resilient layer after its introduction into the gap (34). In another preferred embodiment, the terminals (331-34) on a chip carrier (326) are planarized or otherwise vertically positioned by deforming the terminals (331-34) into set vertical locations with a plate (380), and then hardening a liquid (350) between the chip carrier (326) and chip (310).