Title :
The importance of peripheral topics: the example of polymer metallization
Author_Institution :
Ecole Polytech., Montreal, Que., Canada
Abstract :
The nature of the polymer-metal interface and its significance in microcircuitry are examined. The question of ohmic contact is considered. The example of polymer metallization demonstrates that peripheral issues can often be of critical importance to the functioning of a device.<>
Keywords :
adhesion; integrated circuit technology; metal-insulator boundaries; metallisation; ohmic contacts; polymers; microcircuitry; ohmic contact; polymer metallization; polymer-metal interface; Adhesives; Dielectrics and electrical insulation; Fabrication; Iron; Metallization; Metals industry; Nonhomogeneous media; Plastic insulation; Plastics industry; Polymers;
Journal_Title :
Electrical Insulation Magazine, IEEE