Solid-state micro battery in advanced packaging breakthrough
ITEN, a leader in micro solid-state battery technology, and the A*STAR Institute of Microelectronics (A*STAR IME), a pioneer in advanced packaging research, have announced a groundbreaking achievement in integrating micro batteries using a cutting-edge advanced packaging platform.
This milestone paves the way for in-package energy storage using solid-state battery technology, enabling more efficient, compact, and reliable system-in-package (SiP) designs.
This breakthrough innovation represents a significant leap forward in SiP technology. By embedding high-performance solid-state batteries at the wafer level, ITEN and A*STAR IME have successfully demonstrated the integration of non-volatile energy storage directly through advanced packaging. This enables seamless integration, enhancing energy efficiency and operational reliability of electronic components.
Key benefits and applications include:
- Enhanced Efficiency: Seamless integration maximizes energy transfer while minimizing power loss, resulting in improved overall performance.
- Compact Design: Embedding micro batteries within the packaging significantly reduces the device’s footprint, making it ideal for next-generation portable and wearable devices.
- Increased Reliability: The integration in a single package not only reduces assembly complexity but also improves interconnect reliability. With fewer solder joints and connectors, the potential points of failure decrease, leading to higher reliability.
The collaboration underscores a shared commitment to environmental sustainability. ITEN’s batteries are free from hazardous materials, offering a safer and eco-friendly alternative. By enabling longer device life and reducing the need for external power components, this innovation helps minimise electronic waste.
This achievement marks the beginning of a new era in packaging innovation, especially for 3D chip integration architectures with integrated energy sources. ITEN and A*STAR IME are actively investigating future applications in consumer electronics, medical devices, and IoT, where compactness and energy efficiency are crucial.
Vincent Cobee, CEO of ITEN, added, “A*STAR IME’s strong knowledge and expertise in advanced packaging technologies support us in accelerating the development of new micro-batteries optimised for integration into SiPs. This is a major step forward in addressing the challenges of energy efficiency across a wide spectrum of applications.”
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