An overview of scanning acoustic microscope, a reliable method for non-destructive failure analysis of microelectronic components

In a highly competitive and demanding microelectronics market, reliable non-destructive methods for quality control and failure analysis of electronic components are highly demanded. Any robust non-destructive method should be capable of dealing with the complexity of miniaturized assemblies such as chip-scale packages and 3D IC stacks. Scanning...

On the investigation of the bulk microstructure of bitumen - Introducing two new techniques

Bitumen, the residue of oil distillation and applied e.g. as binder in asphalt pavements displays a rich microstructure at the bitumen surface-to-air surface with several clearly distinguishable phases. However, uncertainty still remains whether this micro-structure is just present at free surfaces or a similar structure exists in the bulk of...