Obiettivo
The objective of this project is to develop a new computer-integrated production process for advanced printed circuit boards (PCBs) in the electronics industry. By introducing a new direct imaging technology into the PCB fabrication process, it will be possible to have a CIM-based operation. Thus it will refine the techniques involved in PCB fabrication in order to achieve greater versatility in the manufacturing process, improved quality and greater throughput.
The results will enable:
- direct information coupling between production and PCB design
- flexible and quick changeovers between product types
- easy integration with control systems, such as product tracking, monitoring and order processing
- improved product quality through the elimination of critical artwork processing steps, handling and inspection
- incorporation in a "flow line" concept
- reduction in production costs through the elimination of film handling, processing and inspection.
The research involves a mechatronics part concerning ultra-high-accuracy laser plotter development, high CAD-CAM performance, CAD data conversion and the investigation of laser exposure of photo-resists, and an integration part exploiting the advantages of direct imaging technology in a modern flow-line environment, in which a complete PCB manufacturing line can be approached as a flexible production unit.
Campo scientifico
- engineering and technologymechanical engineeringmanufacturing engineering
- engineering and technologyelectrical engineering, electronic engineering, information engineeringelectronic engineeringcontrol systems
- engineering and technologymechanical engineeringmechatronics
- natural sciencesphysical sciencesopticslaser physics
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9000 GENT
Belgio