Co-packaging as a key technology for high-performance data communication

New applications and continuously growing data traffic place increasing demands on modern packaging technologies. Higher bandwidths, lower latency, and reduced energy consumption are the key objectives in the development of future systems. Co-packaging is considered a key technology for the next generation of high-performance data communication systems.

In co-packaging, the optical engine and ASIC are placed on a common substrate. This minimizes electrical connections, reduces signal loss, and increases the overall efficiency of the system. Precise and rapid placement of the optical engine is a crucial step in this process. Our VersaHybrid is ideally suited to these requirements.

The system combines high-precision motion control with powerful image processing and supports various connection technologies such as reflow and bonding. The motion axes feature linear motors with linear optical encoders with a standard resolution of 20 nm. Optionally, the resolution can be reduced to 5 nm.

VersaHybrid enables a scalable process chain for demanding co-packaging concepts

Repeatability and low process variation are key factors in co-packaging applications in series production. For this reason, image processing is used first to carry out a quality check on the optical engine and substrate, and then to determine the exact position of both components. Based on this data, the coordinates are precisely aligned before the optical engine is positioned accurately on the substrate.

Our VersaHybrid can be used as a stand-alone system or fully integrated into existing production lines. Optical fibers are connected either via an additional alignment stack within the VersaHybrid or in a downstream process step at the active NanoGlue alignment and bonding station. The result is a continuous, scalable process chain for sophisticated co-packaging concepts.

Learn more about our VersaHybrid: https://nanosystec.com/us/products/58-versahybrid