Self-assembling solar panels a step closer
January 15, 2010 | Source: Physorg.com
University of Minnesota researchers have developed a method for self-assembling and electrically connecting small (20-60 micrometer) semiconductor chiplets at predetermined locations on flexible substrates at high speed (62500 chips in 45 seconds).
The process could find uses in numerous applications such as solar cells, video displays, and semiconductors.