Approaching its 7th annual edition, Micro | Nano | MEMS 2015 is the UK’s number one showcase for high precision engineering and micro fabrication techniques for MEMS, nanotechnologies and micro scale devices. Once again the show returns to the NEC from 30th Sept – 1st Oct, offering a vibrant exhibition full of key industry players and comprehensive technical conference programme that is all free to attend.
This year’s event is again supported by a strong seminar programme that will explore the latest processes and equipment for manufacturing on the micro scale.
A presentation on the outstanding potential associated with nanoimprint lithography (NIL) and how this technology can influence cost, production throughput and functional output will be presented by Dr Mike Cooke who holds a senior position as Experimental Officer at Durham University. Discussion will focus on the different types of nanoimprint lithography (both UV and thermal), and the pros and cons of using each.
A presentation on turning surfaces into multi-point, real-time pressure sensors by using grapheme will be given by Sector Manager of Electronic Inks at Haydale, Rob Haslett. This technology is the first to be commercialised under a pipeline collaboration agreement between Haydale and the Welsh Centre for Printing and Coating (WCPC).
A paper on enabling technology for manufacturing of 3D semiconductor components will be presented by Ian Burnett from interposer. The company offers technology to produce semiconductor components via suitable print methods and conductive Nano ink.
The company’s DA method of printing functional structures applied directly to a wiring layer on the surface of a device allows electrical contact to the next component. The connections between the chips to be stacked are printed on the finished wafer or on the individual component (chip) in the form a multilayered sequence. This process will be explored further in the presentation.
A practical guide to laser manufacturing will be the focus of a presentation being given by Managing Director of Laser Micromachining, Nadeem Rizvi. This talk will offer a basic introduction to the options available when using laser manufacturing methods for micro product development and production. Practical guidance will be offered showing the results which can and can't be achieved with laser machining techniques, including videos and pictures of typical examples.
Equipment for manufacturing or testing on the micro and nano scale often requires something to be moved or aligned on this same scale. With over four decades of experience in research, design and manufacturing, Physik Instrumente’s lead technical consultant, Geraint Green will be sharing an inside view on piezo positioners, one of the technologies capable of nanometre level movements.
A talk on next generation photonics and nanotechnology will be given by Tom Carr, Business Development Manager from the Zepler Institute at the University of Southampton. This presentation will describe the cutting edge research being undertaken at the Zepler Institute. The Institute comprises over 300 researchers and is one of the largest research centres in its field in Europe. The Zepler Institute is part of a number of programmes funded by the UK and EU to support collaborative projects with industry.
The talk will outline how industry can access the expertise available within the institute and the various mechanisms available– for example both the UK and EU fund programmes in the Zepler Institute to support industrial research collaborations.
A matrix multi-touch hardware for haptics, for a natural ‘touch & feel’ human - machine interface will be the topic of discussion in a presentation being given by Jon Stark from Peratech Holdco. The company specialises in Quantum Tunneling Composite or QTC inks and has launched a new range of services to help technology customers in the smart home, Internet of Things, and consumer electronics markets utilise its unique force-sensing technology to innovate the next generation of human-machine interfaces (HMI).
Allan James, Founder and CEO of Semefab will give a talk on ‘How to engage with a multi-disciplinary MEMS fabrication facility’. Discussion will focus on case studies and the panoply of issues that form the basis for engagement with a MEMS foundry facility.
Aaron Johnson, Vice President of Marketing & Customer Strategy and a part of the technical sales team at Accumold will present a paper on the latest micro moulding technologies. Johnson has developed and presented numerous technical presentations on micro moulding technology and has been published in many industry trade publications.
The cutting-edge in thin and smart technology will be the focus of a talk being given by Dr Fanya Ismail, Managing Director of Sol-Gel Tech Centre. This overview will explore the latest sol-gel technology and its applications including automotive, energy, healthcare, construction, electronics and also in other scientific research fields.
Spaces are limited so pre registration is highly recommended.
Conference programme:
Wednesday 30th September:
10.30-11.15 Nadeem Rizvi, Laser Micromachining: Laser manufacturing — A practical Guide
11.30-12.15 Tom Carr, Zepler Institute, University of Southamton: Next generation photonics and nanotechnology
12.30-13.15 Aaron Johnson, Accumold: Micro injection moulding essentials
13.30-14.15 Fanya Ismail, Sol-Gel Tech Centre: Thin and smart films
14.30-15.15 Richard Moss, PI: Moving and aligning on the nano scale
Thursday 1st October:
10.30-11.15 Allan James, Semifab: How to engage with a multi-disciplinary MEMS fabrication facility
11.30-12.15 Doug Balderston, Peratech Holdco: Multi-touch hardware reference design and 3D touch-sensing algorithms
12.30-13.15 David Wood/Michael Cooke, Durham University: Nanoimprint lithography
13.30-14.15 Rob Haslett, Haydale: Turn surfaces into multi-point, real-time pressure sensors — by using graphene
14.30-15.15 Ian Burnett, on behalf of Interposer GmbH: A cost effective and flexible method to package MEMS and sensor devices