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公开(公告)号:US20080045028A1
公开(公告)日:2008-02-21
申请号:US11975244
申请日:2007-10-18
Applicant: Leonard Hayden , John Martin , Mike Andrews
Inventor: Leonard Hayden , John Martin , Mike Andrews
IPC: H01R43/00 , H01L21/302
CPC classification number: G01R1/06772 , G01R1/07342 , Y10T29/49121 , Y10T29/49147 , Y10T29/49204 , Y10T29/49208
Abstract: The present invention relates to a probe for testing of integrated circuits or other microelectronic devices.
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公开(公告)号:US20080042374A1
公开(公告)日:2008-02-21
申请号:US11977060
申请日:2007-10-23
Applicant: John Dunklee
Inventor: John Dunklee
CPC classification number: H01L21/68785 , G01R31/2887 , Y10T279/11 , Y10T279/35
Abstract: A chuck for a probe station.
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公开(公告)号:US07323895B2
公开(公告)日:2008-01-29
申请号:US11528808
申请日:2006-09-27
Applicant: Paul A. Tervo , Clarence E. Cowan
Inventor: Paul A. Tervo , Clarence E. Cowan
IPC: G01R31/02
CPC classification number: G01R1/07342 , G01R1/067 , G01R1/06711 , G01R1/06733 , G01R1/06772
Abstract: A low-current pogo probe card for measuring currents down to the femtoamp region includes a laminate board having a layer of conductive traces interposed between to dielectric layers. A plurality of probing devices, such as ceramic blades, are edge-mounted about a central opening so that the probing needles or needles included therein terminate below the opening in a pattern suitable for probing a test subject workpiece. A plurality of pogo pin receiving pad sets, each including a guard pad, occupy the periphery of the board. Each guard pad is electrically connected to a trace from the layer of conductive traces. The pad sets may be connected to the probing devices by low noise cables or traces. Air trenches separate the pad sets for reducing cross talk and signal settling times.
Abstract translation: 用于测量下降到毫微微区域的电流的低电流pogo探针卡包括具有介于介电层之间的导电迹线层的层压板。 诸如陶瓷刀片的多个探测装置围绕中心开口边缘安装,使得包含在其中的探针或针以适合于探测测试对象工件的图案终止于开口下方。 每个包括保护垫的多个弹簧销接收垫组占据板的周边。 每个保护垫与导电迹线层的迹线电连接。 垫组可以通过低噪声电缆或迹线连接到探测装置。 空气沟槽分开焊盘组,以减少串扰和信号稳定时间。
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公开(公告)号:US20080012640A1
公开(公告)日:2008-01-17
申请号:US11582917
申请日:2006-10-17
Applicant: Richard Campbell
Inventor: Richard Campbell
CPC classification number: H03F3/45183 , H03F1/083 , H03F1/086 , H03F3/45085 , H03F3/45618 , H03F3/45766 , H03F2203/45318 , H03F2203/45481 , H03F2203/45512 , H03F2203/45538 , H03F2203/45544 , H03F2203/45546 , H03F2203/45624
Abstract: The effect of input signal frequency on the output of a differential amplifier is reduced by connecting the conductor of each of the input signal components to the respective conductor of the output signal component of opposite phase with a capacitor substantially equal to the parasitic capacitances interconnecting the terminals of the amplifier's transistors.
Abstract translation: 输入信号频率对差分放大器的输出的影响通过将每个输入信号分量的导体连接到具有相反相位的输出信号分量的相应导体的电容器基本上等于将端子互连的寄生电容 的放大器的晶体管。
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公开(公告)号:US20070296431A1
公开(公告)日:2007-12-27
申请号:US11897397
申请日:2007-08-29
Applicant: K. Gleason , Kenneth Smith , Mike Bayne
Inventor: K. Gleason , Kenneth Smith , Mike Bayne
CPC classification number: G01R1/06711 , G01R1/07342 , G01R1/0735
Abstract: A membrane probing assembly includes a support element having an incompressible forward support tiltably coupled to a rearward base and a membrane assembly, formed of polyimide layers, with its central region interconnected to the support by an elastomeric layer. Flexible traces form data/signal lines to contacts on the central region. Each contact comprises a rigid beam and a bump located in off-centered location on the beam, which bump includes a contacting portion. After initial touchdown of these contacting portions, further over-travel of the pads causes each beam to independently tilt locally so that different portions of each beam move different distances relative to the support thus driving each contact into lateral scrubbing movement across the pad thereby clearing away oxide buildup. The elastomeric member backed by the incompressible support ensures sufficient scrub pressure and reliable tilt recovery of each contact without mechanical straining of the beam. In an alternative embodiment, the contacts comprise conductive beams each supported on a loose U-shaped flap formed in the membrane assembly where each flap and beam is tiltably supported in inclined position by an elastomeric hub interposed between the flap and support.
Abstract translation: 膜探测组件包括支撑元件,其具有可倾斜地联接到后部基座的不可压缩的前部支撑件和由聚酰亚胺层形成的膜组件,其中心区域通过弹性体层互连到支撑件。 灵活的轨迹可以形成数据/信号线到中心区域的触点。 每个触点包括刚性梁和位于梁的偏心位置的凸块,该凸起包括接触部分。 在初始接触这些接触部分之后,垫的进一步过度行进导致每个光束独立地局部地倾斜,使得每个光束的不同部分相对于支撑件移动不同的距离,从而将每个触点驱动穿过焊盘的横向擦洗运动,从而清除 氧化物积聚。 由不可压缩支撑件支撑的弹性体构件确保了足够的擦洗压力和每个接触件的可靠的倾斜恢复,而不会使梁的机械应变。 在替代实施例中,触头包括各自支撑在形成在膜组件中的松散的U形舌片上的导电梁,其中每个翼片和梁通过插入在翼片和支撑件之间的弹性体毂倾斜支撑在倾斜位置。
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公开(公告)号:US20070290700A1
公开(公告)日:2007-12-20
申请号:US11881571
申请日:2007-07-27
Applicant: Randy Schwindt , Warren Harwood , Paul Tervo , Kenneth Smith , Richard Warner
Inventor: Randy Schwindt , Warren Harwood , Paul Tervo , Kenneth Smith , Richard Warner
CPC classification number: G01R31/2886 , A46D1/00 , G01R1/0416 , G01R1/06705 , G01R1/06794 , G01R1/07392 , G01R1/18 , G01R31/2887 , H01L21/68785
Abstract: A probe station includes a fully guarded chuck assembly and connector mechanism for increasing sensitivity to low-level currents while reducing settling times. The chuck assembly includes a wafer-supporting first chuck element surrounded by a second chuck element having a lower component, skirting component and upper component each with a surface portion extending opposite the first element for guarding thereof. The connector mechanism is so connected to the second chuck element as to enable, during low-level current measurements, the potential on each component to follow that on the first chuck element as measured relative to an outer shielding enclosure surrounding each element. Leakage current from the first chuck element is thus reduced to virtually zero, hence enabling increased current sensitivity, and the reduced capacitance thus provided by the second chuck element decreases charging periods, hence reducing settling times. With similar operation and effect, where any signal line element of the connector mechanism is arranged exterior of its corresponding guard line element, such as adjacent the chuck assembly or on the probe-holding assembly, a guard enclosure is provided to surround and fully guard such signal line element in interposed relationship between that element and the outer shielding enclosure.
Abstract translation: 探测台包括一个完全防护的卡盘组件和连接器机构,用于在降低沉降时间的同时提高对低电平电流的灵敏度。 卡盘组件包括由第二卡盘元件围绕的晶片支撑的第一卡盘元件,所述第二卡盘元件具有下部元件,裙边元件和上部元件,每个元件具有与第一元件相对延伸的表面部分,用于保护其。 连接器机构被连接到第二卡盘元件,以便在低电平电流测量期间,每个部件上的电位能够相对于围绕每个元件的外部屏蔽外壳测量的跟随第一卡盘元件上的电位。 因此,来自第一卡盘元件的泄漏电流几乎为零,因此能够提高电流灵敏度,并且由第二卡盘元件提供的减小的电容减少了充电周期,因此降低了稳定时间。 具有类似的操作和效果,其中连接器机构的任何信号线元件布置在其对应的保护线元件的外部,例如邻近卡盘组件或探针保持组件,防护罩被设置成围绕并完全保护 信号线元件在该元件和外屏蔽外壳之间的插入关系中。
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公开(公告)号:US20070283555A1
公开(公告)日:2007-12-13
申请号:US11888429
申请日:2007-07-31
Applicant: Reed Gleason , Michael Bayne , Kenneth Smith , Timothy Lesher , Martin Koxxy
Inventor: Reed Gleason , Michael Bayne , Kenneth Smith , Timothy Lesher , Martin Koxxy
CPC classification number: G01R1/0735 , G01R1/06733 , G01R1/06738 , G01R3/00 , H01R13/2414 , H01R13/2464 , H01R43/16 , H05K3/20 , H05K3/4007 , Y10T29/49002 , Y10T29/49004 , Y10T29/49117 , Y10T29/49121 , Y10T29/4913 , Y10T29/49139 , Y10T29/49155 , Y10T29/49165 , Y10T29/49169 , Y10T29/49174 , Y10T29/49204 , Y10T29/49208 , Y10T29/49218 , Y10T29/49815 , Y10T29/49824 , Y10T29/49826 , Y10T29/53509
Abstract: A substrate, preferably constructed of a ductile material and a tool having the desired shape of the resulting device for contacting contact pads on a test device is brought into contact with the substrate. The tool is preferably constructed of a material that is harder than the substrate so that a depression can be readily made therein. A dielectric (insulative) layer, that is preferably patterned, is supported by the substrate. A conductive material is located within the depressions and then preferably lapped to remove excess from the top surface of the dielectric layer and to provide a flat overall surface. A trace is patterned on the dielectric layer and the conductive material. A polyimide layer is then preferably patterned over the entire surface. The substrate is then removed by any suitable process.
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公开(公告)号:US20070273399A1
公开(公告)日:2007-11-29
申请号:US11888957
申请日:2007-08-03
Applicant: K. Gleason , Tim Lesher , Mike Andrews , John Martin
Inventor: K. Gleason , Tim Lesher , Mike Andrews , John Martin
IPC: G01R31/02
CPC classification number: G01R1/07342 , G01R1/06738 , G01R1/06772
Abstract: A probe measurement system for measuring the electrical characteristics of integrated circuits or other microelectronic devices at high frequencies.
Abstract translation: 用于测量高频集成电路或其他微电子器件的电气特性的探针测量系统。
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公开(公告)号:US20070247180A1
公开(公告)日:2007-10-25
申请号:US11820519
申请日:2007-06-20
Applicant: Ron Peters , Leonad Hayden , Jeffrey Hawkins , R. Dougherty
Inventor: Ron Peters , Leonad Hayden , Jeffrey Hawkins , R. Dougherty
IPC: G01R31/02
CPC classification number: G01R1/18 , G01R1/04 , G01R31/002 , G01R31/2808 , G01R31/286 , G01R31/2886 , G01R31/2889
Abstract: A probe station for probing a test device has a chuck element for supporting the test device. An electrically conductive outer shield enclosure at least partially encloses such chuck element to provide EMI shielding therefor. An electrically conductive inner shield enclosure is interposed between and insulated from the outer shield enclosure and the chuck element, and at least partially encloses the chuck element.
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公开(公告)号:US20070109001A1
公开(公告)日:2007-05-17
申请号:US11652788
申请日:2007-01-11
Applicant: Eric Strid , Jerry Schappacher , Dale Carlton , K. Gleason
Inventor: Eric Strid , Jerry Schappacher , Dale Carlton , K. Gleason
IPC: G01R31/02
CPC classification number: B82Y15/00 , G01R1/06705 , G01R1/06772 , G01R1/073 , G01R31/2886 , G01R35/00 , G01R35/005
Abstract: An interconnect assembly for evaluating a probe measurement network includes a base, respective inner and outer probing areas in mutually coplanar relationship on the upper face of the base, a reference junction, and a high-frequency transmission structure connecting the probing areas and the reference junction so that high-frequency signals can be uniformly transferred therebetween. A preferred method for evaluating the signal channels of the network includes connecting a reference unit to the reference junction and successively positioning each device-probing end that corresponds to a signal channel of interest on the inner probing area.
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