Development of the advanced component in cavity technology
US10159152B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 21, 2015 |
| Grant date | Dec 18, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 16, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02P70/50
- WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Embodiments of the invention include a printed circuit board (PCB) assembly that includes advanced component in cavity (ACC) technology and methods of forming such PCB assemblies. In one embodiment, the PCB assembly may include a PCB that has a cavity formed on a first surface of the PCB. A plurality of contacts may be formed in the cavity. The cavity provides a location where components may be electrically coupled to the PCB. Additionally, a package that is mounted to the PCB may extend over the cavity. Since the package passes directly over the component, the components may be used to electrically couple the package to one or more of the contacts formed in the cavity. Accordingly, embodiments of the invention allow for the surface area used for components to be reduced, and also improves electrical performance of the PCB assembly by positioning the components proximate to the package.
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