The demand for ultra high-density interconnect (UHDI) PCBs is rising, driven by advancements in medical devices, aerospace, and other industries. In this episode of the Altium OnTrack Podcast, host Zach Peterson talks with Gene Weiner, President of Weiner International Associates, about the development of UHDI capabilities in the US. They discuss the challenges of reshoring PCB manufacturing, including the need for major investments in equipment and infrastructure.
Weiner provides insights into the current landscape, highlighting key players like Summit Interconnect, Green Source, and TTM Technologies. He also emphasizes the importance of collaboration between industry leaders and government agencies to establish a robust domestic supply chain for UHDI PCBs. Tune in to learn more about the future of UHDI manufacturing in the US and its implications for the broader electronics industry.
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Zachariah Peterson has an extensive technical background in academia and industry. He currently provides research, design, and marketing services to companies in the electronics industry. Prior to working in the PCB industry, he taught at Portland State University and conducted research on random laser theory, materials, and stability. His background in scientific research spans topics in nanoparticle lasers, electronic and optoelectronic semiconductor devices, environmental sensors, and stochastics. His work has been published in over a dozen peer-reviewed journals and conference proceedings, and he has written 2500+ technical articles on PCB design for a number of companies. He is a member of IEEE Photonics Society, IEEE Electronics Packaging Society, American Physical Society, and the Printed Circuit Engineering Association (PCEA). He previously served as a voting member on the INCITS Quantum Computing Technical Advisory Committee working on technical standards for quantum electronics, and he currently serves on the IEEE P3186 Working Group focused on Port Interface Representing Photonic Signals Using SPICE-class Circuit Simulators.
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