Researchers design copper connections for high-speed computing

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Scanning electron microscope image of two copper pillars bonded together using a novel fabrication technique. Placing these all-copper connections between computer chips and external circuitry will lead to increased computing speeds. Credit: Image co ...
Scanning electron microscope image of two copper pillars bonded together using a novel fabrication technique. Placing these all-copper connections between computer chips and external circuitry will lead to increased computing speeds. Credit: Image courtesy of Tyler Osborn

As computers become more complex, the demand increases for more connections between computer chips and external circuitry such as a motherboard or wireless card. And as the integrated circuits become more advanced, maximizing their performance requires better connections that operate at higher frequencies with less loss.


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