Abstract:
Provided, are multi-layer chip carriers comprising an asymmetric cross-linked polymeric dielectric film, and processes for making the chip carriers.
Abstract:
Provided according to the invention are cross-linked polymers comprising an anhydride or partially hydrolyzed anhydride functionalized polymer having oligomeric polyimide cross-links, providing a polymeric composite on a molecular scale, and shaped articles made therefrom. In some embodiments the shaped articles are particularly well suited for electronics applications. The shaped articles are characterized by low CTE (coefficient of thermal expansion), low dielectric constant (Dk), low dissipation factor (Df), high strength, high modulus and high toughness.
Abstract:
The present invention is directed to an apparatus for advancing the leading edge of a corrugated web for positioning the web for a secondary operation, such as a cutting operation to cut a discrete sheet from the web. The web has a plurality of alternating peaks and valleys. The apparatus comprises an endless loop conveyor including a plurality of spaced support bars for contacting the valleys of the web. At least one vacuum source holds the web against the support bars. A motor and a distributed control system repeatedly advance the conveyor and the leading edge of the web from the entrance end to the exit end of the conveyor. A rotary encoder and a sensor sense the presence of a support bar near the position for applying the cutting operation. The vacuum source is de-activated, and at least one pressure source is activated to remove the cut sheet from the support bars. The de-activation of the vacuum source and the activation of the pressure source are done progressively from one end of the conveyor to the other to progressively remove the cut sheet from the conveyor.
Abstract:
Provided is a film having a thickness of less than 500 μm comprising a polymer and a plurality of surface-modified hexagonal boron nitride particles dispersed therewithin. The polymers can be polyimide or epoxy. A process for preparing the film by casting is provided.
Abstract:
Quaternary ammonium bicarbonates are suitable for use as catalysts in curable epoxy compositions. The curable compositions prepared therewith are used to prepare coated substrates, and to produce conformally sealed printed wiring boards and flexible circuits. Methods for preparation and curing are also provided. Of particular utility are compositions comprising benzytrimethyl ammonium bicarbonate. The curable composition is coated onto a first film or sheet, including a polyimide film or sheet. The coated sheet is then contacted to the surface of second film or sheet, where preferably there are discrete metallic conductive pathways disposed thereupon.
Abstract:
Provided is a composite comprising a polymer and a plurality of surface-modified hexagonal boron nitride particles dispersed therewithin. Suitable polymers include polyimide and epoxy. A process is also provided. The surface modified hexagonal boron nitride particles comprise surface-bonded substituted phenyl radicals.
Abstract:
Epoxy compositions exhibiting low viscosity in the uncured state and low coefficient of thermal expansion in the cured state are provided. Also provided are processes for making the epoxy compositions. The low dielectric constant compositions are well-suited for use in multi-layer printed circuit boards. The desired properties are achieved by employment of a bimodal distribution of nano-scale fillers in the epoxy compositions.
Abstract:
Disclosed are compositions prepared by free-radical-driven grafting onto hydrocarbons or hydrocarbon ethers of olefinically unsaturated fluorocarbons containing sulfonyl fluoride, fluorosulfonate, fluorosulfonimide, or fluorosulfonyl methide groups, wherein the grafting step is followed by a hydrolysis step in the case of sulfonyl fluoride.
Abstract:
Quaternary ammonium bicarbonates are suitable for use as catalysts in curable epoxy compositions. The curable compositions prepared therewith are used to prepare coated substrates, and to produce conformally sealed printed wiring boards and flexible circuits. Methods for preparation and curing are also provided. Of particular utility are compositions comprising benzytrimethyl ammonium bicarbonate. The curable composition is coated onto a first film or sheet, including a polyimide film or sheet. The coated sheet is then contacted to the surface of second film or sheet, where preferably there are discrete metallic conductive pathways disposed thereupon.
Abstract:
Quaternary ammonium bicarbonates are suitable for use as catalysts in curable epoxy compositions. The curable compositions prepared therewith are used to prepare coated substrates, and to produce conformally sealed printed wiring boards and flexible circuits. Methods for preparation and curing are also provided. Of particular utility are compositions comprising benzytrimethyl ammonium bicarbonate.