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Thermally conductive integrated circuit mounting structures

US6994584B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateAug 30, 2002
Grant dateFeb 7, 2006
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Expiry dateSep 19, 2023

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S977/833
  • WIPO fieldSemiconductors
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

Various devices for mounting circuit devices and methods of making the same are provided. In aspect, a device is provided that includes a member for holding an integrated circuit. The member contains a first plurality of carbon nanotubes to enhance the thermal conductivity thereof. At least one conductor member projects from the member. In another aspect, a method of fabricating an interface for an electronic component is provided that includes forming a member containing a first plurality of carbon nanotubes and forming at least one conductor on the member.

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