title: A first implementation of an automated reel-to-reel fluidic self-assembly machine.
abstract: A first automated reel-to-reel fluidic selfassembly process for macroelectronic applications is reported. This system enables high-speed assembly of semiconductor dies (15 000 chips per hour using a 2.5 cm-wide web) over large-area substrates. The optimization of the system (>99% assembly yield) is based on identification, calculation, and optimization of the relevant forces. As an application, the production of a solid-state lighting panel is discussed, involving a novel approach to apply a conductive layer through lamination.
authors: University of Minnesota, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Rm. 4-178, 200 Union St. SE, Minneapolis, MN, 55455, USA.
authors: Se-Chul
authors: SC
authors: Park
authors: Jun
authors: J
authors: Fang
authors: Shantonu
authors: S
authors: Biswas
authors: Mahsa
authors: M
authors: Mozafari
authors: Thomas
authors: T
authors: Stauden
authors: Heiko O
authors: HO
authors: Jacobs
keywords: flexible electronics; fluidic self-assembly; reel to reel process; solid state lighting