Laser Thermal

Excited about the future of chip development? Ahead of the Thermal Management Expo in Michigan (April 29-30, 2025), John Gaskins was interviewed by the event organizers. He shares insights on tackling the thermal challenges of 3D chip stacking and achieving submicron thermal characterization. Don’t miss this compelling interview! https://lnkd.in/ep_s4SZZ

Come to Laser Thermal for Cutting-Edge Technology Which Is Redefining Traditional Techniques of Thermal Conductivity Measurement! To learn from the foremost experts in nanoscale thermal transport, you can delve into our Learning Center at the link below. At Laser Thermal, we're revolutionizing the way thermal properties are measured, offering advanced solutions like the Steady-State Thermoreflectance (SSTR) for unparalleled precision in semiconductor research. Our collaboration with National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) underlines our commitment to pushing the boundaries of thermal metrology. Our collaboration with Louisiana Tech University is charting a course to advance semiconductor research in material thermal characterization. Elevate your material testing with our expertise and state-of-the-art technology. Let's innovate together! #ThermalConductivity #SemiconductorInnovation #LaserThermal #nist #testing

Today, we are thrilled to announce our new collaboration with Louisiana Tech University where our #SSTR, steady state thermoreflectance tool, will be installed within the shared metrology laboratory at Louisiana Tech's Institute for Micromanufacturing. Supporting Dr. Arden Moore and the entire team at the #IfM, the new technology will be valuable in driving cutting edge research in thermal management of electronics, defect detection and the characterization of innovative materials and structures. #materialscience #research #characterization

New Blog Post Alert! Dive into our latest article: "Impact of Thermal Characterization on Design Optimization" Thermal characterization is now a cornerstone in semiconductor design. By harnessing precise thermal data, engineers can fine-tune material choices, enhance cooling systems, and significantly boost device performance, reliability, and user satisfaction. #SemiconductorDesign #ThermalManagement #EngineeringInnovation #TechBlog

More exciting news to kick off the new year! Laser Thermal has expanded our contract testing laboratory services to better serve your needs. We now offer thermoreflectance and thermo-optical measurements for a wide range of materials, from insulation to diamond! Our non-contact optical techniques deliver direct thermal conductivity measurements—no need for material density or specific heat capacity. This means simpler, faster, and more accurate results for you. 👉 Ready to learn more, request a quote, or try a free sample test? Click the link below! Let’s make 2025 a year of innovation together. #ThermalTesting #Innovation #EngineeringSolutions #testing

!!Exciting Start to the New Year!! The Future of material thermal property characterization is coming soon: Bulk Scale Thermal Property Characterization–Solids, Liquids, Pastes, Foams and Gels—All in One Instrument Follow Laser Thermal LinkedIn for more updates on how this innovation is shaping the future of material science. Subscribe to our mailing list using the link below to stay updated on all the latest news and updates for TOPS! #testing #thermalcharacterization #metrology #materialscience #thermalmanagement

A fun fact about using thermoreflectance for measuring thermal conductivity is that it can provide highly detailed and precise measurements at microscopic scales. By monitoring how the reflectivity of a material changes with temperature, researchers can track temperature gradients very accurately. This is especially useful for studying thin films, nanomaterials, or microelectronics, where traditional methods like the hot wire or laser flash technique might not be feasible due to size constraints. What's particularly exciting is that thermoreflectance can measure heat flow in materials as small as a few micrometers, allowing scientists to explore the thermal conductivity of materials at scales that were once unreachable with conventional methods! It's like getting a microscopic view of how heat moves through materials without ever physically touching them. If you want to stay up-to-date with us, follow our Page. #thermal #SSTR #TOPS #innovation

As advanced semiconductor packages become more complex, managing thermal behavior is increasingly critical in testing. Heterogeneous architectures, including 3D stacks and chiplets, bring unique challenges as heat dissipation varies across components with different materials and power profiles. This complexity requires more advanced thermal simulation and testing strategies to ensure device reliability and performance. Traditional thermal models and corner-based testing are no longer sufficient, as localized hotspots and dynamic temperature changes must be considered. Adaptive testing and machine learning can help engineers predict thermal challenges and optimize test conditions in real-time. Furthermore, innovations in thermal management, such as integrated cooling systems and thermal interface materials, are essential for high-frequency, high-power applications. The rise of AI, photonics, and new substrates demands closer collaboration between designers, foundries, and test engineers to ensure accurate temperature control and testing across all stages. As the industry faces increasing demands for precision, scaling up advanced thermal solutions will be key to maintaining device yield, reliability, and cost-effectiveness. In the past, thermal effects were largely an afterthought for test engineers. Innovative technologies developed by Laser Thermal are playing a crucial role in this evolution by providing cutting-edge thermal testing solutions providing real thermal data that helps optimize thermal modeling, testing environments, ensuring consistent and reliable thermal management throughout the testing process. Thermal management no longer needs to be an afterthought for thermal engineers. #semiconductors #semiconductormanufacturing #technology #semiconductor

David Olson, VP of Product Development at Laser Thermal, recently met with key supplier Zurich Instruments to discuss how the #HF2LI lock-in amplifier plays a crucial role in powering our flagship #SSTR instrument. This collaboration enables the SSTR to deliver rapid measurements of thermal properties across a wide range of length scales, from nanometer-thin films to bulk materials. #semiconductors #thinfilms #thermal

The Zurich Instruments HF2LI is an integral component enabling our SSTR thermal conductivity measurement system to provide rapid, accurate measurements. #thermalmanagement #metrology #semiconductors #aerospace