Emerging Technologies: Flexible Electronics
“ What are the solder applications for flexible electronics, and why is it important to the military?”
Thursday, June 20, 2013
11:45AM – 1:30PM EDT
Presenters
Dr. Philip Perconti,
Director of the U.S. Army Research Laboratories (ARL) Sensors and Electron Devices Directorate (SEDD)
Dr. Philip Perconti will be presenting an overview of the field of flexible electronics, including the genesis of the technology, applications, and opportunities. He has extensive experience in the research and development of component technology and concepts underpinning the most advanced night vision electro optical/infrared materials and components, photonics, electronics, advanced radio frequency technologies for ground penetrating radar, and signal and imaging processing found in fielded and emerging Army sensors.
Abstract
The flexible electronics brief will focus on solder applications and potential transitions to industry. It will describe the case for the U.S. Army’s investment in flexible electronics, including displays and why it is important to the military.
John Heitzinger
President of Soligie
John Heitzinger as broad experience in technical fields related to electronics manufacturing and has worked with many of the leading companies in the field. During his career John has held research and development, technical management, customer service and product leadership positions. He has worked closely with organizations in Asia, Europe and North America taking new products and processes from concept to high volume manufacturing. John’s education includes B.S. degrees in chemistry and physics and a Ph.D. in chemistry. A well known entrepreneur in the field, John will discuss his experiences in transitioning technology to market.
Sponsored by: The University of Michigan Center for Entrepreneurship
