Flying Probe Tester Research Articles

Latest Trends in Hybrid Test Systems that Combine JTAG Tester and Flying Probe Tester

Latest Trends in Hybrid Test Systems that Combine JTAG Tester and Flying Probe Tester

“Flying-probe test – the rules have changed”

“Flying-probe test – the rules have changed”

Analysis of structure characteristics of a flying probe tester

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to present a method for evaluating the structural dynamic characteristics of a flying probe tester.Design/methodology/approachThe dynamic characteristics of a flying probe tester framework were analyzed based on a finite element analysis method. First, modal analysis was carried out to characterize the modal parameters of the structure. Second, the harmonic response was analyzed according to the modal analysis and the response curve of the structural system was studied. Finally, transient analysis was conducted to obtain the transient response of the structures at the beginning of the vibration.FindingsThe natural frequency and the response frequency of a natural granite structure was the highest and the transient vibration displacement amplitude was the smallest compared with cast iron and artificial stone structures.Originality/valueA comprehensive understanding of the dynamic characteristics of the framework of a flying probe tester with three different materials has been achieved. The results of the analyses provide a reference for the framework design of a flying probe tester.

The Future of Maximum CAD/CAM Automation for Ceramic Hybrids

New concepts developed maximize CAD/CAM automation for all types of Ceramic Hybrids including Thick Film, Thin Film, LTCC and HTCC. Designs can go quickly from concept to manufactured product, which will fuel more progress to bring a largely manual process to maximum automation, to include automatic masks, panels and generation of 3D analysis models. Maximum automation results in expanded use of technologies that are now shrinking. Technologies that have complex and difficult to understand design and manufacturing steps have a hard time gaining wide acceptance. CDS is tackling this complex challenge and is designing and implementing the following processes to solve the most difficult CAD/CAM problems:1. Be a true CAM tool that reads in designs from any other EDA (layout) system. Y2. Run all possible DRC checks necessary for high fabrication and assembly yield. Y3. Make all manufacturing masks automatically from very basic designs by using settings in an automatically configurable table. Y4. Panelize all types of Ceramic designs in preparation for manufacturing. Y5. Generate documentation automatically through from stored configuration files. D6. In LTCC and HTCC, place cavity punches (nibbles and rubs) automatically and feed correct machine data to the punch machine. Y7. Export resistor trimming data directly to the laser trimming machine. F8. Feed flying probe test data directly to the flying probe tester. D9. Automatically make a 3D Image and export ACIS or STEP for thermal analysis. D10. Export data directly to all electrical analysis and thermal analysis tools. P11. Support circuit fabrication non-planar surfaces. F12. Make full 3D analysis models of circuits non-planar surfaces. FThe purpose of this paper is to define what is required for the Ceramic Hybrid industry to realize full automation in design, checking and output to manufacturing. Your ideas are welcome.

The Future of Maximum CAD/CAM Automation for Ceramic Hybrids

New concepts recently developed maximize CAD/CAM automation for all types of Ceramic Hybrids including Thick Film, Thin Film, LTCC and HTCC. Designs can now go quickly from concept to manufactured product, which will fuel more progress to bring a largely manual process to maximum automation, to include automatic masks, panels and generation of 3D analysis models. Maximum automation results in expanded use of technologies that are now shrinking. Technologies that have complex and difficult to understand design and manufacturing steps have a hard time gaining wide acceptance. CDS is tackling this complex challenge and is designing and implementing the following processes to solve the most difficult CAD/CAM problems:Be a true CAM tool that reads in designs from any other EDA (layout) system. YRun all possible DRC checks necessary for high fabrication and assembly yield. YMake all manufacturing masks automatically from very basic designs by using settings in an automatically configurable table. YPanelize all types of Ceramic designs in preparation for manufacturing. YGenerate documentation automatically through from stored configuration files. DIn LTCC and HTCC, place cavity punches (nibbles and rubs) automatically and feed correct machine data to the punch machine. YExport resistor trimming data directly to the laser trimming machine. FFeed flying probe test data directly to the flying probe tester. DAutomatically make a 3D Image and export ACIS or STEP for thermal analysis. DExport data directly to all electrical analysis and thermal analysis tools. PSupport circuit fabrication on non-planar surfaces. FMake full 3D analysis models of circuits on non-planar surfaces.F The purpose of this paper is to define what is required for the Ceramic Hybrid Microelectronics industry to realize full automation in design, checking and output to manufacturing. Your ideas are welcome.

Probetest exhibits new Dragonfly flying probe tester

Probetest exhibits new Dragonfly flying probe tester