Metal working – Method of mechanical manufacture – Electrical device making
Reexamination Certificate
2006-08-29
2006-08-29
Tugbang, A. Dexter (Department: 3729)
Metal working
Method of mechanical manufacture
Electrical device making
C029S840000, C029S846000, C257S678000, C361S803000, C439S065000, C439S329000, C977S724000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07096568
ABSTRACT:
A new process and structure for microcomponent interconnection utilizing a post-assembly activated junction compound. In one embodiment, first and second microcomponents having respective first and second contact areas are provided. A junction compound is formed on one of the first and second contact areas, and the first and second contact areas are positioned adjacent each other on opposing sides of the junction compound. The junction compound is then activated to couple the first and second microcomponents.
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Ellis Matthew D.
Goldsmith Charles L.
Huang Xiaojun
Kim Kabseog
Lee Jeong Bong
Haynes and Boone LLP
Phan Tim
Tugbang A. Dexter
Zyvex Corporation
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