Silicon chip autobonding
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Silicon chip autobonding
Technician using a light microscope in the autobonding stage of fabrication of integrated circuits (silicon chips). Autobonding refers to the attachment of wire leads from pads around the rectangular chip to the surrounding lead frame - part of the chips packaging which houses the pins that connect to a circuit board. Tweezers are used in this delicate operation, an image of which appears on the monitor at top. Photographed at the
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Chip Manufacture Computer Hardware Electronic Electronics Instrument Integrated Circuit Manufacture Micro Chip Semi Conductor Semiconductor Industry Silicon Chip Technician Fabrication Light Microscope
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In this photo print, we witness the intricate process of silicon chip autobonding. A skilled technician can be seen engrossed in their work, utilizing a light microscope to meticulously carry out the autobonding stage of integrated circuit fabrication. The technician's focus is on attaching wire leads from pads surrounding the rectangular silicon chip to the lead frame that encapsulates it. This lead frame acts as protective packaging and houses the essential pins connecting the chip to a circuit board. With utmost precision, tweezers are employed for this delicate operation, ensuring seamless connectivity within the chip. Displayed on a monitor above, an image captures this meticulous procedure in all its intricacy. The clean room clothing worn by the technician emphasizes both their expertise and dedication towards maintaining a sterile environment crucial for successful semiconductor manufacturing. This photograph offers us a glimpse into one aspect of computer hardware production within the semiconductor industry. It showcases not only cutting-edge technology but also highlights human skill and attention to detail required in such advanced processes. Captured by Science Photo Library, this image serves as a testament to innovation and progress in electronic instrument technology while reminding us of how far we have come in our quest for smaller yet more powerful microchips that drive our modern world.
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