Laser patterning - innovative technology for mass production of microstructures

Abstract

The improvement of pattern resolution for microsystems fabrication is certainly a proven method for increasing of micro and nanostructure density. Our novel laser technology could be applied for thin metal or alloy films on polymer substrates, which could be structured directly with the laser direct patterning process. So is possible to manufacture ultrafine conductive or reflective structures down to 15 /spl mu/m in an economical and environmentally friendly way. Increasing demand on the accuracy of microsystems and sensors requires microstructures with lines and spaces down of approximately 5-100 /spl mu/m.