Abstract: A method of making a combined sinter-ready silver film and carrier comprises the steps of: a) creating a carrier comprising designed openings; b) casting a silver film layer into the designed openings, for example casting a silver paste; and c) drying the carrier and silver film layer to form the combined sinter-ready silver film and carrier. The carrier may comprise a plastic carrier, which may be created by permanently bonding two plastic films, using a plasma bonding process or using a temperature stable glue. The carrier may comprise a stencil layer and a backing layer. The stencil layer may define the designed openings. The backing layer may be configured for sealing a bottom of the designed openings, wherein at the start of step b), a top of the designed openings may be open for receiving the cast silver film layer.

Abstract: A solder alloy comprising: from 40 to 65 wt. % bismuth; from I to IO wt. % indium; at least one of: from 0.1 to 5 wt. % gallium, from 0.1 to 5 wt. % zinc, from 0.1 to 2 w. % copper, from 0.01 to 0.1 wt. % cobalt, from 0.1 to 2 wt. % silver, from 0.005 to 0.05 wt. % titanium, and from 0.01 to 1 wt. % nickel; optionally up to 1 wt. % of one or more of: vanadium, rare earth metals, neodymium, chromium, iron, aluminium, phosphorus, gold, tellurium, selenium, calcium, vanadium, molybdenum, platinum, magnesium, silicon, and manganese; and the balance tin together with any unavoidable impurities.

Abstract: Methods for producing graphene-based products using graphene paste compositions. These methods include producing free-standing graphene foils, films, sheets, polymer supported graphene films, printed graphene structures, graphene features on polymer films, graphene substrates, and graphene metal foils. The methods impart functional characteristics, including corrosion protection and barrier properties to achieve selective enhancement of desired electrical, thermal, mechanical, barrier and other properties.

Abstract: A sintering powder comprising: a first type of metal particles having a mean longest dimension of from 100 nm to 50 ?m.

Abstract: Methods for producing graphene-based products using graphene paste compositions. These methods include producing free-standing graphene foils, films, sheets, polymer supported graphene films, printed graphene structures, graphene features on polymer films, graphene substrates, and graphene metal foils. The methods impart functional characteristics, including corrosion protection and barrier properties to achieve selective enhancement of desired electrical, thermal, mechanical, barrier and other properties.

Abstract: A lead-free solder alloy comprising: from 1 to 9 wt. % copper, at least one of: from greater than 0 to 1 wt. % nickel, from greater than 0 to 10 wt. % germanium, from greater than 0 to 10 wt. % manganese, from greater than 0 to 10 wt. % aluminium, from greater than 0 to 10 wt. % silicon, from greater than 0 to 9 wt. % bismuth, from greater than 0 to 5 wt. % indium, from greater than 0 to 1 wt. % titanium, from greater than 0 to 2 wt. % lanthanum, from greater than 0 to 2 wt. % neodymium, optionally one or more of: up to 1 wt. % for: chromium, gallium, cobalt, iron, phosphorous, gold, tellurium, selenium, calcium, vanadium, molybdenum, platinum, magnesium; up to 5 wt. % silver, up to 1 wt. % zinc, up to 2 wt. % rare earth metals, excluding lanthanum and neodymium, and the balance tin together with any unavoidable impurities.

Abstract: A sintering powder comprising: a first type of metal particles having a mean longest dimension of from 100 nm to 50 ?m.

Abstract: The present invention relates to flexible and stretchable UV and thermally curable dielectric ink compositions that can be thermo or vacuum formed. The flexible ink can form a stretchable dielectric coating having excellent adhesion. The dielectric ink compositions can be applied on a circuit board, such as a paper-phenolic resin board, plastic board (PMMA, PET or the like) or a glass-epoxy resin board, by screen printing or the like, followed by heat/UV curing. The compositions are suitable for use in applications such as a capacitive touch, in-mold forming, creating cross over insulation layers, and manufacturing electronic circuitry and devices.

Abstract: A sintering powder comprising copper particles, wherein: the particles are at least partially coated with a capping agent, and the particles exhibit a D10 of greater than or equal to 100 nm and a D90 of less than or equal to 2000 nm.

Abstract: A sintering powder comprising copper particles, wherein: the particles are at least partially coated with a capping agent, and the particles exhibit a D10 of greater than or equal to 100 nm and a D90 of less than or equal to 2000 nm.

Abstract: A solder material comprising a solder alloy and a thermal conductivity modifying component. The solder material has a bulk thermal conductivity of between about 75 and about 150 W/m-K and is usable in enhancing the thermal conductivity of the solder, allowing for optimal heat transfer and reliability in electronic packaging applications.

Abstract: A conductive paste and method of manufacturing thereof. The conductive paste comprises conductive particles dispersed in an organic medium, the organic medium comprising: (a) a solvent; and (b) a binder comprising a polyester. The conductive paste typically comprises silver and may contain various other additives. A stretchable conductive layer can be formed by curing the conductive paste.

Abstract: A lead-free silver-free solder alloy may comprise tin, copper, bismuth, cobalt, and antimony. Alternatively, the alloy may comprise gallium in lieu of cobalt. The alloy may further comprise nickel, germanium, or both. The copper may be present in an amount from about 0.5% to 0.9% by weight of the solder. The bismuth may be present in an amount from about 1.0% to about 3.5% by weight of the solder. The cobalt may be present in an amount from about 0.02% to about 0.08% by weight of the solder. Where gallium is used in lieu of cobalt, the gallium may be present in an amount from about 0.2% to about 0.8% by weight of the solder. The antimony may be present in an amount between about 0.0% to about 0.09% by weight of the solder. The balance of the solder is tin.

Abstract: A lead-free solder alloy may comprise tin, silver, copper, bismuth, cobalt, titanium, and antimony. The alloy may further comprise antimony, nickel, or both. The silver may be present in an amount from about 3.1% to 3.8% by weight of the solder. The copper may be present in an amount from about 0.5% to 0.8% by weight of the solder. The bismuth may be present in an amount from about 0.0% (or 1.5%) to about 3.2% by weight of the solder. The cobalt may be present in an amount from about 0.03% to about 1.0% (or 0.05%) by weight of the solder. The titanium may be present in an amount from about 0.005% to about 0.02% by weight of the solder. The antimony may be present in an amount between about 1.0% to about 3.0% by weight of the solder. The balance of the solder is tin.

Abstract: A lead-free solder alloy may comprise tin, silver, copper, bismuth, cobalt, titanium, and antimony. The alloy may further comprise antimony, nickel, or both. The silver may be present in an amount from about 3.1% to 3.8% by weight of the solder. The copper may be present in an amount from about 0.5% to 0.8% by weight of the solder. The bismuth may be present in an amount from about 0.0% (or 1.5%) to about 3.2% by weight of the solder. The cobalt may be present in an amount from about 0.03% to about 1.0% (or 0.05%) by weight of the solder. The titanium may be present in an amount from about 0.005% to about 0.02% by weight of the solder. The antimony may be present in an amount between about 1.0% to about 3.0% by weight of the solder. The balance of the solder is tin.

Abstract: A lead-free silver-free solder alloy may comprise tin, copper, bismuth, cobalt, and antimony. Alternatively, the alloy may comprise gallium in lieu of cobalt. The alloy may further comprise nickel, germanium, or both. The copper may be present in an amount from about 0.5% to 0.9% by weight of the solder. The bismuth may be present in an amount from about 1.0% to about 3.5% by weight of the solder. The cobalt may be present in an amount from about 0.02% to about 0.08% by weight of the solder. Where gallium is used in lieu of cobalt, the gallium may be present in an amount from about 0.2% to about 0.8% by weight of the solder. The antimony may be present in an amount between about 0.0% to about 0.09% by weight of the solder. The balance of the solder is tin.

Abstract: Methods for attachment and devices produced using such methods are disclosed. In certain examples, the method comprises disposing a capped nanomaterial on a substrate, disposing a die on the disposed capped nanomaterial, drying the disposed capped nanomaterial and the disposed die, and sintering the dried disposed die and the dried capped nanomaterial at a temperature of 300° C. or less to attach the die to the substrate. Devices produced using the methods are also described.

Abstract: This invention discloses formulations of mutually compatible sets of graphene, graphene-carbon, metal and dielectric inks for the fabrication of high performance membrane touch switches (MTS). The compositions of these inks are optimized to achieve higher degree of compatibility with highly engineered polymeric substrates, thereby offering a holistic solution for fabricating high-performance MTS. These sets of materials can also be used for fabrication of sensors, biosensors and RFIDs on flexible substrates, such as polymers and papers.

Abstract: A lead-free solder alloy may comprise tin, silver, copper, bismuth, cobalt, and antimony. The alloy may further comprise nickel. The silver may be present in an amount from about 2.0% to 2.8% by weight of the solder. The copper may be present in an amount from about 0.2% to 1.2% by weight of the solder. The bismuth may be present in an amount from about 0.0% to about 5.0% by weight of the solder. In some embodiments, the bismuth may be present in an amount from about 1.5% to 3.2% by weight of the solder. The cobalt may be present in an amount from about 0.001% to about 0.2% by weight of the solder. The antimony may be present in an amount between about 0.0% to about 0.1% by weight of the solder. The balance of the solder is tin.

Abstract: Improved electrical and thermal properties of solder alloys are achieved by the use of micro-additives in solder alloys to engineer the electrical and thermal properties of the solder alloys and the properties of the reaction layers between the solder and the metal surfaces. The electrical and thermal conductivity of alloys and that of the reaction layers between the solder and the -metal surfaces can be controlled over a wide range of temperatures. The solder alloys produce stable microstructures wherein such stable microstructures of these alloys do not exhibit significant changes when exposed to changes in temperature, compared to traditional interconnect materials.