Phoenix, AZ – A hydrogen-based economy? Laptops and cell phones powered by lightweight, inexpensive rechargeable fuel cells? Automobiles that run on methane and emit virtually no pollutants into the atmosphere? All this is possible - and coming sooner than you may think – according to a report on fuel cells just published by Energy Business Reports, an energy industry think tank.
Over the next decade, fuel cell demand will likely increase due to high petroleum prices and continued environmental concerns, says EBR. The global commercial fuel cell market is expected to reach $2.5 billion by 2009. Electric power generation is emerging as a large-scale commercial market for fuel cells and is expected to represent more than half of all demand in 2008. Aerospace and motor vehicle applications may lag somewhat in the near term, but are projected to grow rapidly between 2008 and 2013. The portable electronics market is expected to report the strongest advances over the next decade.
The electrical capacity of batteries has not kept pace with the increasing power consumption requirements of electronic devices. These limitations have generated enormous interest in alternative power sources, and the fuel cell is the most promising candidate.
When micro fuel cells are commercialized, they may provide improvements in energy storage and allow electronic devices to incorporate new features and lengthen their operating times. Users will also be able to "reload" in a few seconds by replacing the fuel cartridge.
Various environmental and economic factors continue to drive the need to develop fuel cells, including the cost and availability of oil, energy security, climate change and environmental quality. For more information on the report, visit EngergyBusinessReports.com.
Over the next decade, fuel cell demand will likely increase due to high petroleum prices and continued environmental concerns, says EBR. The global commercial fuel cell market is expected to reach $2.5 billion by 2009. Electric power generation is emerging as a large-scale commercial market for fuel cells and is expected to represent more than half of all demand in 2008. Aerospace and motor vehicle applications may lag somewhat in the near term, but are projected to grow rapidly between 2008 and 2013. The portable electronics market is expected to report the strongest advances over the next decade.
The electrical capacity of batteries has not kept pace with the increasing power consumption requirements of electronic devices. These limitations have generated enormous interest in alternative power sources, and the fuel cell is the most promising candidate.
When micro fuel cells are commercialized, they may provide improvements in energy storage and allow electronic devices to incorporate new features and lengthen their operating times. Users will also be able to "reload" in a few seconds by replacing the fuel cartridge.
Various environmental and economic factors continue to drive the need to develop fuel cells, including the cost and availability of oil, energy security, climate change and environmental quality. For more information on the report, visit EngergyBusinessReports.com.
Milpitas, CA – CORWIL Technology is offering a free half-day seminar for a small audience to coincide with the opening of its new SIP/MCM Center. The company also recently announced a partnership agreement with Endicott Interconnect and Singulated.
The three companies will conduct the seminar on SIP (system-in-package) design and production on the morning of June 23 at the Ramada Inn in Sunnyvale, CA. Attendees will learn the benefits and demands of SIP products from Endicott Interconnect for substrates, Singulated for physical design and CORWIL for prototype and production assembly.
For further info., e-mail phil@corwil.com.
The three companies will conduct the seminar on SIP (system-in-package) design and production on the morning of June 23 at the Ramada Inn in Sunnyvale, CA. Attendees will learn the benefits and demands of SIP products from Endicott Interconnect for substrates, Singulated for physical design and CORWIL for prototype and production assembly.
For further info., e-mail phil@corwil.com.
MINNEAPOLIS -- The SMTA International Opening Session and Annual Meeting will be held on Sept. 26 and 27, respectively, at the Donald Stephens Convention Center in Chicago, IL.
The Opening Session, free to all attendees, will include a discussion on “Solving RoHS Related Problems for Small to Medium Enterprises,” led by Jim Dills of The GoodBye Chain Group. It will also feature a presentation by Ken Gilleo of ET-Trends LLC on “What’s Next for Emerging Technologies?”
The Opening Session, free to all attendees, will include a discussion on “Solving RoHS Related Problems for Small to Medium Enterprises,” led by Jim Dills of The GoodBye Chain Group. It will also feature a presentation by Ken Gilleo of ET-Trends LLC on “What’s Next for Emerging Technologies?”
Feinfocus Tiger X-Ray inspection system with Automated Defect Recognition (ADR) features a faster, more precise sample manipulator with x-y speeds of 100 mm/s and accuracy to 200 μm, plus greater magnification capability. ADR greatly reduces analysis time on the production floor with fast, accurate recognition of solder voids and other abnormalities.
The 2-D x-ray inspection system offers a view into the third dimension via oblique viewing at virtually any desired angle using Auto Isocentric Motion (AIM) technology. The high-precision detector manipulator rotates 360° and tilts up to 70° to view complex assemblies at oblique angles. Offers an additional two-axis (x and y) manipulation of the sample and a third axis (z) manipulation of the x-ray tube, with normal positional accuracy down to 100 μm. Open tube x-ray technology allows for feature recognition below 1 μm.
Designed to meet the needs of computer, automotive, telecom, military/aerospace, medical device and information storage markets, it offers a geometric magnification of up to 727X (total magnification up to 2800X), True X-Ray Intensity (TXI) control for consistent image quality and a sample tray area of up to 24 x 24” (610 x 610 mm) to accommodate larger boards and multi-up flip chip assemblies.
Feinfocus, a COMET business unit, feinfocus.com
The 2-D x-ray inspection system offers a view into the third dimension via oblique viewing at virtually any desired angle using Auto Isocentric Motion (AIM) technology. The high-precision detector manipulator rotates 360° and tilts up to 70° to view complex assemblies at oblique angles. Offers an additional two-axis (x and y) manipulation of the sample and a third axis (z) manipulation of the x-ray tube, with normal positional accuracy down to 100 μm. Open tube x-ray technology allows for feature recognition below 1 μm.
Designed to meet the needs of computer, automotive, telecom, military/aerospace, medical device and information storage markets, it offers a geometric magnification of up to 727X (total magnification up to 2800X), True X-Ray Intensity (TXI) control for consistent image quality and a sample tray area of up to 24 x 24” (610 x 610 mm) to accommodate larger boards and multi-up flip chip assemblies.
Feinfocus, a COMET business unit, feinfocus.com
Christopher Associates and Mason Electronics have introduced the MU-2000S-QD quad density universal grid electrical test system. Developed for high-density testing to the highest standards, it will test substrates up to 12.8 x 16”.
Developed originally for the massive Asian high-density interconnect market, it is based on technology in over 400 installations worldwide. Using the latest robust design standards, including advanced switch card design, it tests at up to 8,000+ points/sec.
Available in a range of configurations.
Christopher Associates Inc., christopherweb.com
Mason Electronics, MasonE.com
Kyzen Corp. will display Aquanox A4520T Aqueous Chemistry for Flush-Mounted and Fine-Pitch Components at the SMT/Hybrid/Packaging exhibition and conference in Nürnberg, Germany.
Designed to clean under low standoffs and in the tight spaces caused by smaller and more heavily populated devices, the eighth-generation chemistry has reportedly proven effective on Pb-free, no-clean and eutectic materials, while providing low cost of ownership.
Works at low temperatures and low concentrations while exceeding industry standards for people and environmental safety. Easy to use, effective without the use of sump side additives and provides brilliant joints. Features a long bath life and is RoHS compliant.
Can clean numerous soils including Pb-free flux, tacky flux, reflowed paste, no-clean flux, RMA flux, OA paste, oils, fingerprints, light oxides and polymerized soils. Is multi-metal safe for use on yellow metals, aluminum, ferrous and composites in addition to precious metals. Is biodegradable and contains no CFCs or HAPs. Is non-flammable and non-corrosive.
Available commercially in one-, five- and 55-gallon containers.
Kyzen Corp., kyzen.com
Designed to clean under low standoffs and in the tight spaces caused by smaller and more heavily populated devices, the eighth-generation chemistry has reportedly proven effective on Pb-free, no-clean and eutectic materials, while providing low cost of ownership.
Works at low temperatures and low concentrations while exceeding industry standards for people and environmental safety. Easy to use, effective without the use of sump side additives and provides brilliant joints. Features a long bath life and is RoHS compliant.
Can clean numerous soils including Pb-free flux, tacky flux, reflowed paste, no-clean flux, RMA flux, OA paste, oils, fingerprints, light oxides and polymerized soils. Is multi-metal safe for use on yellow metals, aluminum, ferrous and composites in addition to precious metals. Is biodegradable and contains no CFCs or HAPs. Is non-flammable and non-corrosive.
Available commercially in one-, five- and 55-gallon containers.
Kyzen Corp., kyzen.com
SMT/Hybrid/Packaging Hall 9, Stand 320
