Volume 41, No. 5 September/October 2024 THRESHOLDTM Rev: 08/29/24 46th Annual EOS/ESD Symposium and Exhibits September 14-19, 2024 Peppermill Resort 2707 South Virginia Street, Reno, NV 89502, USA For more information visit: https://esda.events/ Register at: https://web.cvent.com/event/6133c118-6976-4c21-9af2-e43d90898860/summary
2 THRESHOLDTM ACL STATICIDE 840 W. 49th Place, Chicago, IL 60609 Tel: 847-981-9212 Fax: 847-981-9278 info@aclstaticide.com • www.aclstaticide.com Manufacturer of anti-static topicals, dissipative coatings for plastic and floors, ESD workstation products including meters. ISO 9001:2008 certified QS CONTROLLED ENVIRONMENTS PO Box 779, Amherst, NH 03031 Tel:973-920-7000 Fax:603-672-3028 www.cemag.us web_ce@viconmedia.com Leading source of digital and print information on contamination prevention, detection, and control for cleanrooms and critical environments. September/October 2024 Dear Friends of ESDA, When you read this letter, the annual EOS/ESD Symposium will almost be upon us. While most technical conferences have faced attendance challenges, it remains the anchor event for EOS/ESD Association, Inc. During the early days, the annual Symposium provided most of the needed financial support for the ESDA. Today, the revenue raised by the Symposium is dwarfed by several other business units, such as Standards and Certification. Furthermore, the net revenue from this event is expected to either remain steady or continue to slowly decline over the next few years. However, that does not diminish the event’s central position and critical importance for EOS/ESD Association, Inc. Building on this and positioning the Symposium to continue being the interconnecting anchor event that it has become, the strategy team has been reviewing the Symposium's vision and focus. The goal of this exercise was to deliberately connect this event to the "WHY", "HOW", and "WHAT" of EOS/ESD Association, Inc.’s vision and mission statement. The strategic focus statement that we drafted was that the Symposium “provides the foremost event that fosters the advancement of the stateof-the-art ESD knowledge.” Under this focus statement are additional points that flesh it out. The first thing that I will mention is that this event provides technical exchanges of peer-reviewed technical papers and presentations. While this is certainly not the only event to have ESD-related papers, it is clearly the one where the most significant number of such papers are presented. Over the years, many of the seminal papers related to this topic have been published in the Symposium Proceedings. The symposium team is committed to continuing their quest to advance the number of submissions, particularly the quality of submissions. With the goal of both increasing technical content and expanding focus areas at the Symposium, the team has included more high-profile keynote speakers from broader disciplines than in previous years. On Monday, Chandra Mouli, VP of Device Technology R&D at Micron Technologies, will be discussing the memory technology advancements that will drive the high performance needed for high-performance computing (HPC), generative AI (GenAI), and natural language processing (NPL). The various advanced packaging technologies, such as 3D structures, hybrid bonding, and hetero integration needed to enable these new memory demands will present challenging reliability problems for these futuristic technologies. Tuesday morning, Daniel Cooley, CTO and Sr. VP of Technology and Product Development at Silicon Labs, will speak to the audience on “Charting the Connected Future.” Mr. Cooley will focus on how cloud computing enables so much of the data storage that is needed for IoT, mobile devices, and various connectivity applications. On Wednesday, Frank Altmann, head of the Electronics Materials and Components BU at the Fraunhofer Institute, will discuss advanced failure analysis techniques for 3D packaged devices. He will discuss the significant reliability, cost, and process integration challenges of the new packaging solutions. While Systemin-Chip, 3D integration, wafer-level packaging, and Chip Embedded technologies are needed to drive further development of high-density microelectronic devices, understanding what failures are occurring and how these can limit the implementation of these technologies is critical. A central component of ESDA’s vision and mission has to do with networking and collaboration. Why EOS/ESD Association, Inc.? To be part of the network of experts building…an ecosystem in the theory and practice of EOS/ESD mitigation. How do we do that? We collaborate, building excellence. The EOS/ESD Symposium is one of the best venues for networking and collaboration with colleagues from across the industry. This occurs not only through interaction with the presenters in the technical sessions but also at workshops, in the hallways, at the various receptions, and, for some of us, at the bar at night. This is where friendships, relationships, collaborations, and networking are built. EOS/ESD Association , Inc., President Nathaniel Peachey From the President
3 THRESHOLDTM TRANSFORMING TECHNOLOGIES, LLC 3719 King Road, Toledo, OH 43617 Tel: 419-841-9552 • Fax: 419-841-3241 Email: info@transforming-technologies.com www.transforming-technologies.com Transforming Technologies provides unique and outstanding products to detect, protect, eliminate, and monitor electrostatic charges. September/October 2024 IEST - Institute of Environmental Sciences and Technology 2340 S. Arlington Heights Road, Suite 100, Arlington Heights IL 60005 Tel: 847-981-0100 • Email: information@iest.com • www.iest.com As secretariat of ISO/TC 209, IEST offers ISO 14644 and ISO 14698 standards, as well as peer-approved standardized procedures, IEST Recommended Practices. The final component that I want to highlight is the tutorials that will be offered at this year’s Symposium. On the device/design side, there is an entire suite of new tutorials, developed by our industry colleagues. These classes focus on various aspects of characterization and design of on-chip ESD protection. There will also be tutorials on the ESD challenges of 2.5D and 3D modules and RF/high-speed I/O design. On the factory side, the 2-day ANSI/ESD S20.20 Seminar, which continues to be very popular, is being offered along with the ESD Basics and ESD Auditing/Measurements courses. In summary, this year’s Symposium is beginning to reflect the new vision and mission of the Association. While much of the program was compiled as the "WHY", "WHAT", and "HOW" of EOS/ESD Association, Inc’s vision was being defined, it still reflects this new vision. In the coming years, this vision and mission of the Association will continue to drive innovation and growth in the quality and experience of the EOS/ESD Symposium. Warm regards, Nate Nate Peachey President of EOS/ESD Association Inc.
THRESHOLDTM ESDEMC TECHNOLOGY, LLC 4000 Enterprise Dr., Suite 103, Rolla, MO 65401 Tel: 573-202-6411 • Fax: 877-641-9358 www.esdemc.com ESDEMC Technology designs, manufactures, and markets ESD/EMC related products and consulting services. September/October 2024 THERMO FISHER SCIENTIFIC INC. 200 Research Drive, Wilmington, MA 01887 Tel: 978-275-0800 • Fax: 978-275-0850 www.thermoscientific.com Leading manufacturer of semiconductor test equipment for the simulation of Electro Static Discharge (ESD), Latch-up, and TLP events. A Message from our Senior Executive Director Connections-Collaborations-Networking-Knowledge I hope this message finds you all well. Our organization is currently navigating recovery from the recent EF2 tornado that struck our community. The aftermath has tested our resolve and underscored the strength of our collective spirit. In times like these, we witness firsthand the power of resilience and the significance of coming together as both a community and an organization supported by volunteers. Our community has demonstrated remarkable strength and compassion in the face of tragedy. The support shown among individuals as we work towards healing and rebuilding is incredible. They say Rome, known as the Copper City, embodies the resilience of its people. Recent events have reaffirmed this truth. Together, we are determined to overcome the challenges posed by this tornado and emerge stronger, more resilient, and more united than ever before. As a lifelong Rome resident, I have felt a pull to stay. It is easy to provide obvious reasons like this is where I grew up, where my family is, and where my job is. This tragedy reminds me that the spirit of Rome is much more than that, and this is the pull. In the same way this community rallies to rebuild and support one another, so must our organization draw strength from adversity. The ability to navigate challenges, adapt to unforeseen circumstances, and emerge stronger is a testament to our resilience. This resilience is not merely a characteristic of individuals but also a hallmark of successful organizations. Volunteers have played a pivotal role in our community’s recovery efforts, highlighting the impact of selflessness and community spirit. Within our organization, volunteers are equally crucial. They embody the values of teamwork, initiative, and compassion that are essential for driving our mission forward and ensuring the success of events like our Symposium, which serves as a cornerstone of our organization. As Nate discusses in his column, our Symposium event is a cornerstone of our organization. It is our “copper event”. The valuable lessons from this storm that devasted so many residents and businesses apply to our work within the organization, particularly in planning and conducting events. Preparedness and Flexibility: Just as we prepare for events with contingency plans, the tornado underscores the importance of preparedness and the need to remain flexible in the face of unexpected changes. Community and Support: The outpouring of support and unity in our community reminds us of the importance of fostering a supportive environment within our organization. When we stand together and support one another, we can achieve remarkable outcomes. Adaptability and Innovation: In the aftermath of the tornado, we've witnessed innovative solutions and adaptive strategies. Similarly, in our work, embracing innovation and adaptability allows us to respond effectively to changing circumstances and drive success. As our community continues its journey of recovery and rebuilding, we can carry forward the spirit of resilience and strength that defines us. These principles are integrated within our organization, leveraging our experiences to enhance our teamwork, creativity, and ability to overcome challenges. In times of adversity, we discover the true strength of individuals and organizations. The resilience demonstrated by our community in the aftermath of the tornado serves as a powerful reminder of our collective capacity to overcome challenges and achieve greatness. EOS/ESD Association , Inc., Sr. Executive Director Lisa Pimpinella
THRESHOLDTM RMV TECHNOLOGY GROUP, LLC, A NASA INDUSTRY PARTNER NASA Ames Research Center, Space Portal, Moffett Field, CA 94035 www.esdrmv.com and www.esdaerospacetraining.org Internationally Accredited ESD Product Qualification Laboratory The Exclusive iNARTE® Certified Space & Defense ESD Engineer Training Center 650-964-4792 or renee@esdrmv.com September/October 2024 PROLINE 10 Avco Rd., Haverhill, MA 01835 Tel: 800-739-9067 Fax: 978-374-4885 www.1proline.com E-mail: Bench@1proline.com Manufactures ESD modular and ergonomic work benches Together, we embrace this spirit as we move forward, as volunteers and a team, ensuring that we continue to grow stronger, more innovative, and more united. Together, we can achieve great things. All the Best, Lisa Lisa Pimpinella Sr. Executive Director, EOS/ESD Association, Inc.
THRESHOLDTM DESCO INDUSTRIES INC. 3651 Walnut Ave., Chino, CA 91710 www.Descoindustries.com • Tel: CA-909-627-8178• MA-781-321-8370 ESD CONTROL PRODUCTS & MORE. Our brands include: APR, Desco, Desco Asia, Desco Europe, EasyBraid, EMIT, ESDSystems.com, Menda, Protektive Pak, SCS, SpecialTeam, Statguard, TRONEX and US Toyo Fan. September/October 2024 SelecTech, Inc. 33 Wales Ave, Suite F, Avon MA 02322 USA Ph: 508-583-3200 Fax: 877-738-4537 Email: info@selectechinc.com www.selectechinc.com Manufacturer of StaticStop interlocking flooring Don’t miss this free to attend meeting series! Join us and contribute to future standards development! Download the schedule at: https://www.esda.org/events/eosesd-association-inc-meeting-series-1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12 On-Site Room Location Tuesday, September 10 Workroom/Refreshments 7:00 - 5:00 Tuscany 7 TAS 8:00 - 5:00 Tuscany 10 Wednesday, September 11 Workroom/Refreshments 7:00 - 6:00 Tuscany 7 WG 11, Packaging 8:00 - 12:00 Tuscany 9 WG 3, Ionization 1:00 - 4:00 Tuscany 9 WG 15, Gloves 4:00 - 5:00 Tuscany 9 Manufacturing WG Task Team 5:00 - 6:00 Tuscany 9 Thursday, September 12 Workroom/Refreshments 7:00 - 6:00 Tuscany 7 Strategy Team 8:00 - 5:00 Tuscany 10 Coffee Hour 8:00 - 9:00 Tuscany 9 WG 5.0, Device Testing 9:00 - 11:00 Tuscany 1 WG 2, Garments 9:00 - 11:00 Tuscany 9 Standards Discussion, Topic TBA 11:00 - 12:00 Tuscany 9 Lunch - Open to All Attendees 12:00 - 1:00 Tuscany 8 JWG, Device Testing (HBM) 1:00 - 5:00 Tuscany 1 WG 17, Process Assessment 1:00 - 4:00 Tuscany 9 WG 12, Seating 4:00 - 6:00 Tuscany 9 WG Chair Meeting 6:00 - 7:00 Tuscany 9 Friday, September 13 Workroom/Refreshments 7:00 - 5:00 Tuscany 7 LLC 8:00 - 12:00 Tuscany 10 JWG, Device Testing (CDM) 8:00 - 12:00 Tuscany 1 WG 13, Handtools 8:00 - 10:00 Tuscany 9 WG 28, Electrostatic Attraction 10:00 - 12:00 Tuscany 9 Lunch - Open to All Attendees NEWER attendees plan to join ESDA leaders at reserved tables 12:00 - 1:00 Tuscany 8 WG 97, Footwear/Flooring Systems 1:00 - 3:00 Tuscany 9 WG 14, System Level ESD 1:00 - 3:00 Tuscany 1 WG 26, System ESD Modeling 3:00 - 5:00 Tuscany 1 WG 4, Worksurfaces 3:00 - 5:00 Tuscany 9 Social Reception (All Invited) 5:30 - 6:30 Edge Saturday, September 14 Refreshments Tuscany Foyer September Meeting Series This meeting is on-site at Peppermill Resort and Casino 2707 South Virginia Street Reno, NV 89502
THRESHOLDTM KEY RESIN CO./FLOWCRETE 4050 Clough Woods Drive, Batavia, OH 45103 513-943-4225, Fax 513-943-4255 sales@keyresin.com www.keyresin.com Manufacturer of conductive and ESD resinous flooring and floor sealers. KEY RESIN WEST 1315 E. Gibson, Suite D., Phoenix, AZ 85034 602-523-9353, Fax 602-523-9349 September/October 2024 SCS - Formerly 3M Static Control 914 JR Industrial Drive, Sanford, NC 27332 USA Ph: 919-718-0000 www.staticcontrol.com ESD control products: bags, floor tiles, foot grounders, ionizers, mats, testers & monitors, smocks, vacuums, wrist straps, Static Control Management and more. On-Site Room Location WG 5.5, Device Testing (TLP) 8:00 - 10:00 Tuscany 1 WG 19, High Reliability 8:00 - 11:00 Tuscany 9 WG 22, Foundry Parameters 10:00 - 12:00 Tuscany 1 WG 29, Healthcare 11:00 - 12:00 Tuscany 9 Lunch - Open to All Attendees 12:00 - 1:00 Tuscany 8 WG 5.6, Device Testing (HMM) 1:00 - 2:00 Tuscany 1 WG 7, Flooring 1:00 - 2:00 Tuscany 9 Standards Committee (STDCOM) 2:00 - 5:00 Tuscany 1 Board of Directors 5:30 - 7:00 Tuscany 9 Sunday, September 15 Volunteer Reception with ESDA Annual Meeting 5:00 - 6:30 Tuscany A/B Thursday, September 19 Industry Council on ESD Target Levels 8:30 - 5:00 Naples 6 Can’t make the meeting? Topic: September Virtual Standards Summary Time: September 30, 2024 10:00 Eastern Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86198035284?pwd=2I0aYmTfYx2JIxc1qUwF8eM83pNDI6.1 Meeting ID: 861 9803 5284 Passcode: 750981
8 THRESHOLDTM September/October 2024 Core Insight, Inc. 186 Galmachi-ro, Seongnam-city, Gyeonggi-do, 13230, Korea Phone: +82-31-750-9200. Email: sales@coreinsight.co.kr: www.coreinsight.co.kr Steady-State DC Ionizer Manufacturer for BenchTop, Overhead, Nozzle, Gun, Air Assist, and Ceiling Ionizers Molded Fiberglass Tray Co. 6175 US Highway 6, Linesville, PA 16424 USA Ph: +1-814-683-4500 Fx: +1-814-683-4504 www.mfgtray.com Manufactures fiberglass reinforced plastic Fiberstat ESD products; trays, bins, totes, and mats 2024 EOS/ESD Symposium ❖Symposium to be held at the Peppermill Resorts and Spa in Reno, NV, September 14 to 19. ❖Tutorial program will start on Saturday and extends into Monday. ❖Technical program will start on Monday and extends into Wednesday evening. ❖There are 2 tracks planned. One track is device/design and the other is manufacturing/test. ❖There are approximately 14 invited talks and seminars. Several of these are from outside the ESD area. The EOS/ESD Symposium at the Peppermill Beginning on Sunday…Tutorials ❑Tutorials offered are intended to provide focus on larger certification offerings. University and technical programs for ESD education are limited world-wide and decreasing. This is leading to a reduced number of graduates with ESD expertise. There is a growing need in industry for ESD engineers both in device/design and in factory control. Thus, on the job training is becoming the only route for developing ESD professionals. EOS/ESD Association, Inc. is committed to providing curricula and certification programs that address this need with courses by recognized experts in the field.
THRESHOLDTM HPPI GmbH Stadlerstrasse 6A, D-85540 Haar, Germany Phone: +49 (0)89 / 878 06 98 – 443; www.hppi.de Development and sales of ESD Testers September/October 2024 HANWA ELECTRONIC IND. CO., LTD. 689-3, Ogaito, Wakayama, Japan 649-6272 TEL:+81-73-477-4435 • FAX:+81-73-477-3445 keiichih@hanwa-ei.co.jp • www.hanwa-ei.co.jp Full Automatic Wafer Level ESD Tester / HBM, MM, HMM, and SCM ESD Tester, TLP Tester/ CDM Tester/ Electrostatic Imaging System The EOS/ESD Symposium at the Peppermill Courses offered from the following certification programs: 1. ESD Program Manager 2. ESD Program Associate 3. ESD Compliance Verification Technician to TR53 Keynote – Memory Technology Chandra Mouli is with Micron Technology Inc., Boise, ID, USA. He received his undergraduate degree in Physics and MSEE from the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bangalore, India and Ph.D. (EE) from the University of Texas at Austin in 1994. Memory technologies, particularly DRAM and NAND, have been critical in enabling advanced computing systems. With rapid advancements in highperformance computing (HPC), generative AI (GenAI), natural language processing (NLP), and related technologies/services, the demand for data collection, storage, and processing has significantly increased the need for memory products to deliver high performance – speed, bandwidth, and high density at low cost. This talk will outline scaling challenges, the need for continued innovation, and the importance of design/system technology co-optimizations to meet these challenging requirements.
10 THRESHOLDTM Simco-Ion, Technology 1141 Harbor Bay Pkwy, Ste 201, Alameda, CA USA 94502 (800) 367-2452 (510) 217-0600 ioninfo@simco-ion.com www.simco-ion.com/technology Simco-Ion has been the world’s largest provider of solutions for static charge control for over 40 years. Products include ionizing bars, ionizing blowers, in-line ionizing products with balance control as low as ±1V, Novx real-time monitors and ESD event detection. September/October 2024 BARTH ELECTRONICS, INC. 702.293.1576 Announcing our new CMT Generator (Common Mode Transient Immunity Tester) Please see barthelectronics.com for more info on our CMT Generator, TLP + TM, VFTLP + TM, and HMM + TM Test Systems. 1589 Foothill Drive, Boulder City, NV USA 89005 beisales@barthelectronics.com Keynote – Charting the Connected Future Daniel Cooley has an M.S. in Electrical Engineering from Stanford University and a B.S. in Electrical Engineering from The University of Texas at Austin and holds five patents in radio and low-power technology. Daniel currently serves on the board of directors for the Cockrell School of Engineering Advisory Board and the Austin Symphony Orchestra. Cloud connectivity transforms devices. We saw it first with PCs, then phones, and now, embedded devices and the IoT. Silicon Labs CTO and Senior Vice President Daniel Cooley will discuss the final steps needed to achieve the full potential of cloud-connected embedded computing. The IoT is building towards an authenticated software model critical to establishing privacy and trust in the data being transferred to and from the cloud. Designing for highly constrained embedded computing is challenging but satisfying as engineers unlock more applications for the billions of devices being deployed. Silicon Labs is charting the course for cloud-connected embedded computing and, together with its customers and partners, is building a smarter, more connected world. Keynote – Charting the Connected Future Frank Altmann received his Diploma in Physics from the Technical University, Dresden. Frank Altmann has authored and co-authored more than 130 publications, is active within several national and international failure analysis conference and education committees and was general chair of ISTFA 2023. New package solutions, e.g., System-in-Package, 3D integration, Wafer Level Packaging, and Chip Embedding technologies, are a prerequisite for further developments of high-density microelectronic devices but also cause significant challenges associated with reliability, cost, and process integration. With regard to reducing costs and securing quality and reliability, also new and specifically 3D adapted failure analysis methods and workflows are necessary that cover applications in technology qualification as well as in process and quality control. This keynote will give an overview of available and recently developed analysis techniques suitable for 3D packaged devices. In particular, the potential of lock in-thermography and scanning acoustic microscopy for defect localization and new laser and focused ion beam-based techniques for sample preparation will be highlighted, and their application is demonstrated in case studies, e.g., on stacked dies and through silicon via interconnects. is building a smarter, more connected world.
11 THRESHOLDTM September/October 2024 NRD, LLC 2937 Alternate Boulevard, Grand Island, NY 14702 716-733-7634, Fax 716-773-7744 sales@nrdllc.com www.nrdllc.com NRD, LLC is recognized as a global leader in the field of static elimination using non-electrical nuclear ionization. The company is dedicated to developing and manufacturing static control technologies including advanced solutions utilizing Alpha and Beta emitters that meets regulatory requirements of sealed source technology. Grund Technical Solutions 393-J Tomkins Ct. Gilroy, CA 95020, USA Phone: +1-408-216-8364 x103 Email: sales@grundtech.com https://www.GrundTech,com Manufacturer of ESD Test equipment for devices and wafers including PurePulse 2-pin set-up for HBM, MM, TLP and VF-TLP. Titan for independent device HBM testing. Test House Services with true 2-pin ESD Verification. Highlights of the Program Manufacturing Hands-on Session ❑ Live, hands-on demonstrations using an actual tool. A variety of ionization technologies, measurement instruments, and monitoring systems from various manufacturers will be available for the attendee to investigate. ❑ Ionization experts will be available to assist and answer questions. ❑ The interested attendees can use the instruments, monitors and ionization hardware and software to become familiar with the operation of the ionization systems and how to measure the effectiveness of ionization with various settings. Highlights from the Program Monday Program Track 1 – Electronic Design Automation ❑ Several papers in this track focus on the challenges surrounding Design Automation. ❑ On a related topic, there is a workshop discussing a new revision of the ESDA Technical Report, ESD TR18.0-01 ❑ There is an invited talk on ESD reliability on advanced nodes and another on the applications of machine learning to microelectronics design. Track 2 – Device Testing and Manufacturing ❑ Papers in this track focus on Charged Device Model testing, correlation with CCTLP and ionization technologies. ❑ There are invited talks on air ionization, and ESD control in healthcare.
12 THRESHOLDTM September/October 2024 Botron Company, Inc. 21601 N. 21st Ave Phoenix, AZ 85027 Phone: (623) 582-6776 Fax: 623-582-6700. https://www.botron.com Industry-leading ESD compliance automation. Estatec LLC 8175 Saint Andrews Ave. San Diego, CA 92154 Phone: (619) 934-8759 https://usa.estatec.com/ casales@estatec.com Highlights from the Program ❑ EMC Invited talks will be given on the ESD protection in USBC Interface, EOS capability to EOS and Overvoltage protection. ❑ Photonics papers will be presented on an ESD robustness study of photodetectors, protection of battery monitoring IC, and dual-direction SCR (DIAC). ❑ A workshop will be presented on automotive system level ESD protection. Tuesday Program Track 1 – EMC and Photonics Track 2 – Manufacturing and Device Testing ❑ Manufacturing hands-on sessions on personnel grounding will be presented by Dale Parkin. Showcase demonstrations of seating, bags and process assessment will be given in the Exhibit Hall. ❑ Device testing papers will be presented on an waveforms of charge board events and CDM induced ESD failures. ❑ A device testing workshop will be presented on contact CDM by Peter de Jong and Tom Meuse. Highlights from the Program Wednesday Program Track 1 – Emerging Technologies ❑ Manufacturing papers will be presented on static control, ESD, and risk assessments in the manufacturing process. ❑ Furthermore, a manufacturing workshop will be given the use of air ionization to control static charge. ❑ Lastly, hands-on sessions will be available in the topic of process assessment. Track 2 – Manufacturing ❑ Several papers in this track focus on new technologies. Topics include, HBM performance, ESD techniques and tools, high-speed IO design, integrated circuit packages, SiC technology, TDDB of high-k material, silicon validated novel snapback ESD design, SEL prediction methodology for CMOS technology. ❑ Furthermore, a circuit design workshop will be given on design challenges due to ultra-short stress pulses.
13 THRESHOLDTM September/October 2024 Iona TECH 164 Society Dr. Unit O Telluride, CO 81435 Phone: (510) 684-9374 https://www.iona.tech/ info@iona.tech ERGOFORM, S.A. DE C.V. Av. Palmas Nte. 562, Bellavista 62140 Cuernavaca, Morelos, Mexico Phone: +52.777311.6970. Fax: +52.777.311.666 Email: info@ergoform.com.mx https://wwwergoform.com.mx ERGOFORM is the leading Industrial, Manufacturing and Technical chair ESD manufacturer for 34 years focusing on the endusers health and the erdonomics and durability of our products. 2024 EOS/ESD Symposium Tutorial Schedule Day Start UTC -7 Stop UTC-7 Tutorials 8:30 AM 4:30 PMFC340: ESD Program Development and Assessment (ANSI/ESD S20.20 Seminar) - Day 1 8:30 AM 4:30 PMFC100: ESD Basics for the Program Manager 8:30 AM 4:30 PMIntroduction to On-Chip ESD Protection 8:00 AM 5:00 PMESD COMPLIANCE VERIFICATION TECHNICIAN TO TR53 TM - Day 1 Day Start UTC -7 Stop UTC-7 Tutorials 8:30 AM 4:30 PMFC340: ESD Program Development and Assessment (ANSI/ESD S20.20 Seminar) - Day 2 8:30 AM 4:30 PMFC101: How To’s of ESD Auditing and Evaluation Measurements 8:30 AM 12:00 PMIntroduction to Characterization of On-Chip ESD Protection 1:00 PM 2:30 PMOverview on ESD and Latch-up Challenges in 2.5D and 3DStacked ICs 3:00 PM 4:30 PMESD Design Challenges of RF and High Speed I/Os 8:00 AM 5:00 PMESD COMPLIANCE VERIFICATION TECHNICIAN TO TR53 TM - Day 2 Day Start UTC -7 Stop UTC-7 Tutorials Monday 8:00 AM 5:00 PMESD COMPLIANCE VERIFICATION TECHNICIAN TO TR53 TM - Exam Day Start UTC -7 Stop UTC-7 Tuscany 12 Thursday 8:00 AM 5:00 PMESD Professional Program Manager Certification Exam Saturday Sunday
14 THRESHOLDTM WORK SURFACES CORPORATION 47 East Highland Ave.Unit B, Sierra Madre, CA 91024 Phone: +1.626.485.2555. Email: bp@worksurfaces.com https://worksurfaces.com/ We make solid brass ESD grounding systems for electronic workstations. We sell custom ESD equipment covers, wrist straps, ground cords, ect. September/October 2024 SIKA CORPORATION 201 Polito Ave Lyndhurst, NJ 07070, USA Phone: (844) 529-7101 Email: info.flooring@us.sika.com www.sikafloorusa.com Sika Corporation is a global leader with over 100 years of experience in building materials and restoration technologies. Sika's seamless floor and wall systems are trusted and relied upon for their performance, durability and aesthetics. 2024 EOS/ESD Symposium Monday Schedule Day Start UTC -7 Stop UTC-7 Track 1 - Tuscany C 7:00 AM 8:00 AMContinental Breakfast in the Foyer 8:00 AM 8:30 AMOpening Welcome 8:30 AM 9:20 AMKeynote: Memory Technology Advancements Driving High Performance, Reliable Systems 9:20 AM 9:30 AMNetwork with your Fellow Attendees in the Foyer 9:30 AM 10:20 AMEDA Invited Talk - Applications of Machine Learning to Microelectronics Design 10:20 AM 10:50 AMNetwork with your Fellow Attendees in the Foyer 10:50 AM 11:40 AMEDA Invited Talk - ESD Reliability in Advanced Nodes 11:40 AM 12:00 PMNetwork with your Fellow Attendees in the Foyer Tuscany A/B 12:00 PM 1:00 PMSymposium Paper Awards Presentation Lunch Track 1 - Tuscany C 1:00 PM 2:40 PMEDA Presentation and Interactive Workshop - ESD Electronic Design Automation Challenges - New Revision of ESDA Technical Report ESD TR18.0-01 2:40 PM 3:10 PMAfternoon Networking Break with Refreshments in the Foyer 3:10 PM 4:00 PMEDA Papers 1A.1 & 1A.2 4:00 PM 4:20 PMAuthor's Corner 4:20 PM 5:35 PMEDA Papers 1A.3, 1A.4, & 1A.5 5:35 PM 5:55 PMAuthor's Corner Track 2 - Tuscany 7/8 7:00 AM 8:00 AMContinental Breakfast in the Foyer 9:30 AM 10:20 AMDevice Testing Invited Talk - CDM Bare Die Testing, ESDA CDM Joint Working Group Technical Report Overview 10:20 AM 10:50 AMNetworking Coffee Break in the Foyer 10:50 AM 11:15 AMNetwork with your Fellow Attendees in the Foyer 11:15 AM 11:40 AMDevice Testing Paper 1B.2 11:40 AM 12:00 PMAuthor's Corner Tuscany A/B 12:00 PM 1:00 PMSymposium Paper Awards Presentation Lunch Track 2 - Tuscany 7/8 1:00 PM 1:50 PMManufacturing Invited Talk - Air Ionization and it’s Use in Controlling Static Charge 1:50 PM 2:15 PMManufacturing Invited Talk - Healthcare 2:15 PM 2:40 PMManufacturing Invited Talk - Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Control in Healthcare 2:40 PM 3:10 PMAfternoon Networking Break with Refreshments in the Foyer 3:10 PM 4:00 PMManufacturing Papers M1.1 & M1.2 4:00 PM 4:20 PMAuthor's Corner 4:20 PM 4:45 PMManufacturing Hands-On Intro Presentation - Ionization 4:45 PM 5:55 PMManufacturing Hands-On Session - Ionization Tuscany 1 2:40 PM 3:40 PMEmerging Professionals Reception and First Time Attendee Reception Tuscany 1 5:00 PM 6:00 PMProfessional and Technical Women's Reception Track 3 Exhibits - Tuscany 4-6, D-F 6:00 PM 9:00 PMWelcome Reception - Exhibits Open Monday
15 THRESHOLDTM September/October 2024 Tru Vue, Inc. 9400 W. 55th St. McCook, IL 60525, USA Phone: (740) 789-0623 Email: chanderson@tru-vue.com www.tru-vue.com Tru Vue is a leading manufacturer of ultra clear ESD-safe plastics, offering high-performance solutions. With over 80 years of expertise, Tru Vue provides advanced TRU-ESD™ acrylic and polycarbonate solutions for effective safety and contamination control. EOS/ESD Association Services, LLC 218 W Court St Rome, NY 13440, USA Phone: +1.315.339.6937. Email: lpimpinella@esda.org https://www.esda.org/eosesd-association-services-llc/ ESD Control Program Plan Development assistance, Pre-assessment to ANSI/ ESD S20.20, auditing, and more. 2024 EOS/ESD Symposium Tuesday Schedule Day Start UTC -7 Stop UTC-7 Track 1 - Tuscany C 7:00 AM 8:00 AMContinental Breakfast in the Foyer 8:00 AM 8:10 AMMorning Welcome 8:10 AM 9:00 AMKeynote: Charting the Connected Future 9:00 AM 9:45 AMGuided Tours in the exhibit hall Networking Coffee Break in the exhibit hall 9:45 AM 11:00 AMEMC Papers 2A.1, 2A.2, & 2A.3 11:00 AM 11:20 AMAuthor's Corner 11:20 AM 12:00 PM20-minute In-Booth Demos in the Exhibit Hall Coffee in the exhibit hall 12:00 PM 12:50 PMEMC Invited Talk - Considerations for ESD Protection in USBC Interface 12:50 PM 1:50 PMLight Networking Lunch in the exhibit hall Tuscany 9 1:50 PM 3:05 PMSystem Level Workshop - Automotive System Level ESD Protection Design in the Times of Multi-Gigabit Data Rates 3:05 PM 3:35 PMAfternoon Networking Break with Refreshments in the Exhibit Hall Track 1 - Tuscany C 3:35 PM 4:25 PMEMC Invited Talk (with Paper) - Extending ESD Network Capability to EOS and Overvoltage Protection 4:25 PM 4:55 PMStandards Corner in the Exhibit Hall Coffee in the exhibit hall 4:55 PM 6:10 PMPhotonics Papers 3A.1, 3A.2,& 3A.3 6:10 PM 6:30 PMAuthor's Corner Tuscany 9 6:30 PM 7:30 PMSemiconductor Fab ESD/Electrostatic Attraction (ESA) Controls Discussion Group Track 2 - Tuscany 7/8 7:00 AM 8:00 AMContinental Breakfast in the Foyer 9:00 AM 9:45 AMGuided Tours in the exhibit hall Networking Coffee Break in the exhibit hall 9:45 AM 10:10 AMManufacturing Hands-On Intro Presentation - Personnel Grounding 10:10 AM 11:20 AMManufacturing Hands-on Session - Personnel Grounding 11:20 AM 12:00 PM20-minute In-Booth Demos in the Exhibit Hall Coffee in the exhibit hall 12:00 PM 12:50 PMManufacturing Invited Talk - Overview of all ESDA Control Standards 12:50 PM 1:50 PMLight Networking Lunch in the exhibit hall Tuscany 11 1:50 PM 3:05 PMDevice Testing Workshop - Contact CDM: From Characterization Tool to Qualification Standard 3:05 PM 3:35 PMAfternoon Networking Break with Refreshments in the Exhibit Hall Track 2 - Tuscany 7/8 3:35 PM 4:25 PMDevice Testing Papers 2B.1 & 2B.2 4:25 PM 4:45 PMAuthor's Corner 4:25 PM 4:55 PMStandards Corner in the Exhibit Hall Coffee in the exhibit hall 4:55 PM 6:10 PMDevice Testing Papers 2B.3, 2B.4, & 2B.5 6:10 PM 6:30 PMAuthor's Corner Tuscany 10 6:30 PM 7:30 PMVolunteer Showcase Reception - Open to All Attendees Track 3 Exhibits - Tuscany 4-6, D-F 8:30 AM 8:30 AMExhibits Open - Coffee in the exhibit hall 9:00 AM 9:45 AMGuided Introduction Tour(s) to Meet the Exhibitors Networking Coffee Break in the Exhibit Hall 11:20 AM 12:00 PM20-minute In Booth Demonstrations - Parallel Sessions Coffee in the exhibit hall 12:50 PM 1:50 PMLight Networking Lunch in the exhibit hall 3:05 PM 3:35 PM Afternoon Networking Break with Refreshments in the Exhibit Hall 3:35 PM 4:25 PM Manufacturing Showcase Demonstrations - Seating, Bags, Process Assessment 4:25 PM 4:55 PM Standards Corner - Learn more about EOS/ESD Association, Inc. Standards Coffee in the Exhibit Hall 4:55 PM 5:45 PMManufacturing Showcase Demonstrations - Seating, Bags, Process Assessment 5:45 PM 5:45 PMExhibits Close Tuesday
16 THRESHOLDTM Your company could be here! Contact info.eosesda@esda.org to find out how to advertise your company in the Bi monthly Threshold. September/October 2024 Your company could be here! Contact info.eosesda@esda.org to find out how to advertise your company in the Bi monthly Threshold. 2024 EOS/ESD Symposium Wednesday Schedule Day Start UTC -7 Stop UTC-7 Track 1 - Tuscany C 7:00 AM 8:00 AMContinental Breakfast in the Foyer 8:00 AM 8:10 AMMorning Welcome 8:10 AM 9:00 AMKeynote: Advanced Failure Analysis Techniques and Workflows for 3D Packaged Devices 9:00 AM 9:40 AM20-minute In-Booth Demos in the Exhibit Hall Networking Coffee Break in the exhibit hall 9:40 AM 10:55 AMEmerging Technologies Papers 4A.1, 4A.2, & 4A.3 10:55 AM 11:15 AMAuthor's Corner 11:15 AM 12:05 PMNetwork in the Exhibit Hall with the Exhibitors and Your Fellow Attendees 12:05 PM 1:10 PMLight Networking Attendee Lunch in the exhibit hall Tuscany 9 1:10 PM 2:25 PMCircuit Design Workshop - Design Challenges Due to Ultra-Short Voltage Stress Pulses in Advanced Technologies Track 1 - Tuscany C 2:25 PM 2:55 PMAfternoon Networking Break with Refreshments in the Foyer 2:55 PM 3:45 PMEmerging Technologies Invited Talk - Toward a Trillion Transistors - ESD Perspectives on Emerging IC Technologies 3:45 PM 4:35 PMEmerging Technologies Invited Talk - Transforming Power Electronics: An Overview of SiC Technology and its Applications 4:35 PM 4:55 PMNetwork with your Fellow Attendees in the Foyer 4:55 PM 6:10 PMEmerging Technologies Papers 5A.1, 5A.2, & 5A.3 6:10 PM 6:30 PMAuthor's Corner Tuscany A/B 6:30 PM 8:00 PM General Chair's Reception including TEsD talk "Shockingly Enlightening: A Jolting Recap of the 2024 EOS/ESD Symposium" - Open to All Attendees Track 2 - Tuscany 7/8 7:00 AM 8:00 AMContinental Breakfast in the Foyer 9:00 AM 9:40 AM20-minute In-Booth Demos in the Exhibit Hall Networking Coffee Break in the exhibit hall 9:40 AM 10:55 AMDevice Testing Papers 3B.1, 3B.2, & 3B.3 10:55 AM 11:15 AMAuthor's Corner 11:15 AM 12:05 PMDevice Testing Invited Talk - ESD and Latchup Exploration in DTCO/STCO Scaling Era 12:05 PM 1:10 PMLight Networking Attendee Lunch in the exhibit hall Tuscany 11 1:10 PM 2:25 PMManufacturing Workshop - Factory Controls Ionization Track 2 - Tuscany 7/8 2:25 PM 2:55 PMAfternoon Networking Break with Refreshments in the Foyer 2:55 PM 3:45 PMManufacturing Invited Paper - Static Control for Roll to Roll Manufacturing 3:45 PM 4:35 PMManufacturing Papers M2.1 & M2.2 4:35 PM 4:55 PMAuthor's Corner 4:55 PM 5:20 PMManufacturing Hands-On Intro Presentation - Process Assessment 5:20 PM 6:30 PMManufacturing Hands-On Session - Process Assessment Track 3 Exhibits - Tuscany 4-6, D-F 8:30 AM 8:30 AMExhibits Open - Coffee in the exhibit hall 9:00 AM 9:40 AM20-minute In Booth Demonstrations - Parallel Sessions Networking Coffee Break in the Exhibit Hall 9:40 AM 10:30 AMManufacturing Showcase Demonstrations - Seating, Bags, Process Assessment 12:05 PM 1:10 PMLight Networking Attendee Lunch in the exhibit hall 2:00 PM 2:00 PMExhibits Close Wednewday
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THRESHOLDTM September/October 2024 Visit our Exhibitors For more information on our exhibitors: https://esda.events/46th-annual-eosesd-symposium-and-exhibits/exhibitors-page Exhibitor Booth # Website ACL Staticide, Inc. 402 https://www.aclstaticide.com/ Advanced Test Equipment Corp. 500 https://www.atecorp.com/ Barth Electronics, Inc. 324 https://barthelectronics.com/ Bimos Lab Seating 325 https://www.bimos.com/B/uk-en/index.php BioFit Engineered Products 516 https://www.biofit.com/ Botron Company, Inc. 221 https://www.botron.com/ Conductive Containers, Inc. 303 https://corstat.com/ Core Insight, Inc. 218 https://www.coreinsight.co.kr/ Cortec Corporation 301 https://www.cortecvci.com/ Desco Industries, Inc. 209 https://www.descoindustries.com/ Dou Yee Enterprises 101 https://www.douyee.com/en Electro-Tech Systems, Inc. 209 https://www.electrotechsystems.com/ ESDEMC Technology LLC 420 https://www.esdemc.com/ Estatec LLC 214 https://estatec.us/ ESTION Technologies GmbH 502 http://www.estion-tech.com/ Forbo Flooring Systems 415 https://www.forbo.com/flooring/en-us/ GK Chairs/GK Workspace 208 https://www.gkworkspace.com/ Grund Technical Solutions 311 https://www.grundtech.com/ Guangdong Btree New Energy Material Co., Ltd. 105 https://www.szbtree.com/ HANWA Electronic Ind. Co., Ltd. 401 https://www.hanwa-ei.co.jp/ Heebut Materials 517 https://heebut.com/ HPPI GmbH 515 https://www.hppi.de/ In Complaince Magazine 103 https://incompliancemag.com/ IONA Tech 300 https://www.iona.tech/ JB Technipack 510 https://jbtechnipack.com/ Kendall Howard, LLC 419 https://www.kendallhoward.com/ Micron Teknik Tekstil 100 https://www.micronteknik.com/en/ NRD, LLC 203 https://nrdllc.com/ ORBIS Corporation 504 https://www.orbiscorporation.com/en-us/ Phasix ESD 509 https://www.phasix.co.uk/ Premix USA 115 https://www.premixgroup.com/ Siemens EDA 507 https://eda.sw.siemens.com/en-US/ Sika Corporation 505 https://usa.sika.com/ Simco-Ion Technology Group 321 https://technology-ionization.simco-ion.com/ Spartech 302 https://www.spartech.com/ SPI SemiCon, Inc. 513 https://www.spisemicon.com/ SciCron Technologies, LLC 513 https://sctech.com/ Static Solutions, Inc. 508 https://www.staticsolutions.com/ StaticStop, a division of SelecTech, Inc. 202 https://staticstop.com/ Staticworx, Inc. 200 https://staticworx.com/ Synopsys, Inc. 514 https://www.synopsys.com/ Thermo Fisher Scientific 403 https://www.thermofisher.com/ Transforming Technologies, LLC 205 http://www.transforming-technologies.com/ TruVue, Inc. 520 https://tru-vue.com/
THRESHOLDTM September/October 2024 46th Annual EOS/ESD Symposium & Exhibits There is still time to sign up and secure your booth space! Location: Peppermill Resort 2707 South Virginia Street Reno, NV 89502, USA Exhibits: Monday, September 16, 2024 - Wednesday, September 18, 2023 Exhibitor Move In - Monday, September 16, 2024, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Show Hours: Monday, September 16, 6:00 PM-9:00 PM Tuesday, September 17, 8:30 AM-5:00 PM Wednesday, September 18, 8:30 AM -2:00 PM Exhibitor Move Out - Wednesday, September 18, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM ETS ACL CCI Simco-Ion Technology Group Desco Thermo Gibo NRD Hanwa Botron HPPI Transforming Sika ESDEMC Estion Forbo Flooring Static Stop Estatec Spartech Cortec IONA TECH Staticworx Core Insight Kendall Howard Barth Phasix E SD ORBIS Advanced est E quip T Guangdong Btree Micron Teknik Static Solutions BioFit Engineered JB Technipack Siemens InCompli ance Grund TechSvs SPI SemiConSciCron tech Synopsys Tru Vue Dou Yee Premix USA Heebut Materials Bimos Lab Seating Standards Corner and Manufacturing Show Case Demonstrations Exhibitor Only Lunch
THRESHOLDTM September/October 2024 EOS/ESD Association Event Schedule Setting the Global Standards for Static Control! EOS/ESD Association, Inc.™ 218 West Court Street Rome, NY 13440, USA PH +1-315-339-6937 • Email: info.eosesda@esda.org • www.esda.org For complete information or to register for any of the above listed events please visit www.esda.org/events 2024 September 10-14, 2024 EOS/ESD Association, Inc. Meeting Series Peppermill Resort and Casino 2707 South Virginia Street, Reno, NV, 89502, USA https://www.esda.org/events/eosesd-association-incmeeting-series-1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12 September 14-19, 2024 46th Annual EOS/ESD Symposium and Exhibits Peppermill Resort and Casino 2707 South Virginia Street, Reno, NV, 89502, USA https://www.esda.org/events/46th-annual-eosesd-symposium-and-exhibits September 30, 2024 September Standards Meeting Summary Public Session (Virtual) Unable to attend the face-to-face standards working group meetings? Join the Online Standards Summary Session for a recap of meeting activities. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86198035284?pwd=2I0aYmTf Yx2JIxc1qUwF8eM83pNDI6.1 October 16-18, 2024 TR53 Certification Class - Compliance Verification Technician to TR53 Certification - In Person Training Canmax Technologies, CO., Ltd. 99 Shuangma Street, Suzhou Industrial Park, 215121 P.R. China https://www.esda.org/events/compliance-verificationtechnician-to-tr53-certification-in-person-training-september-14-16-2024 November 12, 2024 Tech Talk: ESD First Aid Tutorial: Selecting the Right TVS Protection Device Join us for a 45-minute ESD First Aid Tutorial focused on selecting the right TVS (Transient Voltage Suppressor) protection device, followed by a 15-minute Q&A session. This presentation will guide attendees through a systematic approach using the SEED (System Efficient ESD Design) methodology to enhance ESD robustness. We will address common misunderstandings about TVS protection, covering device characterization, protection schemes, layout considerations, and the significance of datasheet parameters. Attendees will learn about current sharing dynamics between TVS devices and ASICs, the role of simulation and emulation, and how to optimize cost, performance, and robustness in selecting protection devices. This comprehensive tutorial aims to equip designers with the knowledge to make informed decisions and effectively safeguard their systems against ESD events. Virtual https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMrdeuuqTsrG93lJyrBROqeOfK8TMmfqGch 2025 May 12-16, 2025 2025 International ESD Workshop (IEW) - Europe Hotel Dubrovnik in Zagreb Ljudevita Gaja 1, PP 246, 10000 Zagreb, Croatia https://www.esda.org/events/2025-international-esd-workshop-iew-europe/ Get up to date information by joining our e-mail list! www.esda.org/sign-up rev 08132024
THRESHOLDTM September/October 2024 ESD COMPLIANCE VERIFICATION TECHNICIAN TO TR53™ October 16-18, 2024 Canmax Technologies Co., Ltd., 99 Shuangma Street, Suzhou Industrial Park, Jiangsu, China EOS/ESD Association, Inc. established ESD Compliance Verification Technician, which is based on the ESDA’s technical report, ESD-TR53™ Compliance Verification of ESD Protective Equipment and Materials. • Certified competency to perform compliance verification testing to ESD-TR53™-01-22. • Training conducted by certified top-tier professionals with extensive industry experience. • Individually trained, hands-on practical with industry-standard equipment, preparing you for everyday application. Prove Your Skills, Earn Your Certification! Our TR53™ course concludes with a robust assessment, requiring each participant to demonstrate their capability in conducting precise TR53 testing. This rigorous approach guarantees that your certification is a true testament to your skills. Join us to prove your expertise and gain a credential that speaks volumes! Unlock Your Expertise with TR53™! Join our TR53™ course, led by top-tier professionals with extensive industry experience. Dive into a comprehensive learning environment where theory meets practice, equipping you with the skills to excel. Transform your career with expert guidance every step of the way! Hands-On Training That Sets Standards! Embrace the opportunity to train on industry-standard equipment with our TR53™ course. Each session is designed to provide practical, hands-on experience, ensuring you not only learn but also apply your knowledge effectively. Get ready to handle real-world scenarios confidently! Setting the Global Standards for Static Control! EOS/ESD Association, Inc. 218 W Court St, Rome, NY 13440, USA PH +1-315-339-6937 • Email: info.eosesda@esda.org • www.esda.org Rev: 05/06/24
THRESHOLDTM September/October 2024 ESD COMPLIANCE VERIFICATION TECHNICIAN TO TR53™ October 16-18, 2024 Canmax Technologies Co., Ltd., 99 Shuangma Street, Suzhou Industrial Park, Jiangsu, China LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon completion of this training, participants should be able to: • Understand fundamentals of electrical theory & electrostatics and the applicability to an ESD Control Program • Understand what compliance verification is and how it fits within an ESD Control Program • Understand the requirements of ESD TR53™-01-22 and how it can be used to meet the requirements of compliance verification • Demonstrate the ability to perform compliance verification testing in accordance with ESD TR53™-01-22 WHO SHOULD ATTEND? • Individuals requiring a working knowledge and understanding • of ESD TR53™-01-22 • Quality Professionals/Engineers/Consultants/Technicians • Sales / Application Specialists PREREQUISITES: Individuals should review ESD TR53™-01-22 before beginning the course and keep it readily available for quick reference during the course. ESD TR53™-01-22 is available by going to https://www. esda.org/store/ and searching “TR53™”. The ESD Compliance Verification Technician to TR53 training will take place on October 16-18, 2024. There will be two days of training on October 16 and October 17. On October 18, the exam is given. Limited Seats Available. Register by September 16, 2024 to guarantee a seat. Location: Canmax Technologies Co., Ltd., 99 Shuangma Street, Suzhou Industrial Park, Jiangsu, China Register at: https://www.esda.org/store/training-and-education/product/421/compliance-verification-technician-to-tr53-certification-in-person-training-october-16-18-2024 Setting the Global Standards for Static Control! EOS/ESD Association, Inc. 218 W Court St, Rome, NY 13440, USA PH +1-315-339-6937 • Email: info.eosesda@esda.org • www.esda.org
THRESHOLDTM September/October 2024 Emerging Professionals Tech Talks: Tech Talk: ESD First Aid Tutorial: Selecting the Right TVS Protection Device November 12, 2024 01:00 pm Eastern Time (US and Canada) Join us for a 45-minute ESD First Aid Tutorial focused on selecting the right TVS (Transient Voltage Suppressor) protection device, followed by a 15-minute Q&A session. This presentation will guide attendees through a systematic approach using the SEED (System Efficient ESD Design) methodology to enhance ESD robustness. We will address common misunderstandings about TVS protection, covering device characterization, protection schemes, layout considerations, and the significance of datasheet parameters. Attendees will learn about current sharing dynamics between TVS devices and ASICs, the role of simulation and emulation, and how to optimize cost, performance, and robustness in selecting protection devices. This comprehensive tutorial aims to equip designers with the knowledge to make informed decisions and effectively safeguard their systems against ESD events. Audience This tech talk is intended for engineers, technicians and other ESD professionals. Register online for this complimentary talk: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMrdeuuqTsrG93lJyrBROqeOfK8TMmfqGch#/registration
THRESHOLDTM September/October 2024 From July 16th to 18th, the inaugural IEW-Asia event was held at the luxurious Marina Bay Sands Expo and Convention Center in Singapore, co-located with the prestigious IEEE International Physical and Failure Analysis of Integrated Circuits (IPFA). The event provided an engaging and relaxed atmosphere for in-depth discussions on emerging challenges in the Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) and Electrical Overstress (EOS) communities. This year's IEW-Asia featured a comprehensive lineup: • 1 keynote speech • 10 invited talks • 2 discussion groups • 2 technical presentation sessions with 10 engaging posters Key highlights included Dr. Sia Choon Beng’s keynote, which focused on improving wafer test techniques to tackle challenges in advanced semiconductor device reliability studies. Dr. Jack Zeng led the first discussion group on "Foundry ESD Solutions," which explored innovative solutions and design practices to optimize ESD protection at the foundry level. The core of the event was the poster sessions, where 10 excellent posters were presented, covering state-of-the-art ESD protection designs, chiplet interfaces, system-level applications, and diverse topics in ESD/EOS/Latchup (LU). A standout moment was the integration of IEW-Asia's second poster session with IPFA's, allowing participants from both events to exchange ideas and collaborate. Invited talks explored a range of technical topics, such as Tcad Simulation For Esd Protection by Professor Qiang Cui, Lu In High-Voltage Cmos And Bcd Technologies by Dr. Alwyn Rebello, and System-Level Esd Protection Design by Mr. Duncan Lee. These presentations highlighted advancements in testing methodologies, design optimizations, and the role of ESD control in automotive applications. Despite an unexpected travel incident that prevented Professor Pengpeng Ren from attending, Dr. Wei Gao seamlessly led the second discussion group on "What Kind of EDA Tools do ESD Designers Expect for the Future?" This session triggered insightful conversations on the future of EDA tools, touching on simulation improvements and more efficient verification processes. The event concluded with a series of invited talks addressing critical topics, such as Component And System-Level Esd Design Co-Optimizations by Mr. Hiroyasu Ishizuka, and a compelling presentation on Reliability Challenges For Automotive Chiplets by Dr. Dimitri Linten. The collaboration between IEW-Asia and IPFA was celebrated at the IPFA banquet, held at an old Shanghai-themed Chinese restaurant, featuring a Chinese Lion Dance and various performances. 2024 IEW-Asia Event Recap
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