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A Tale of Two Vias: Filled vs Plated in Ceramic, Sapphire, Quartz & Glass
Filled vias are solid metal connections through advanced substrates like ceramic or glass—ideal for high-power, high-frequency, or mission-critical designs. Plated vias, with metal-lined walls, are simpler and cheaper but offer less conductivity and thermal performance. Choosing between them isn’t just technical—it’s strategic. Like a strong foundation, filled vias offer depth and reliability when your design truly demands it.
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Why Thin Film Couplers Deliver the Best Performance-to-Cost Ratio for RF and Microwave Systems
Discover why thin film RF couplers offer the best performance-to-cost ratio with precision manufacturing, reliability, and miniaturization.
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Kapton's Journey from Space to Medical: A Material Made for Extreme Environments
Kapton's Journey to Mars: A Material Made for Extreme Environments
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Inkjet Printing: A Promising New Method for Applying Conformal Coatings
Inkjet printing conformal coating is a precise, efficient, & environmentally friendly way to apply thin, protective coatings to electronic d
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Breaking Through the Skin Barrier: The Rise of Microneedles for Drug Delivery
Learn about the science and design of microneedles for drug delivery in this article, exploring materials, configurations, and tech
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