Location History:
- Gunma-ken, JP (2005 - 2010)
- Usui-gun, JP (2006 - 2010)
- Annaka, JP (2011 - 2020)
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2005-2020
Title: Innovations by Inventor Hideki Akiba
Introduction
Hideki Akiba is a prominent inventor based in Annaka, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of materials science, particularly in the development of advanced encapsulants and glass fiber films. With a total of 17 patents to his name, Akiba's work has had a substantial impact on semiconductor technology and material properties.
Latest Patents
One of Akiba's latest patents is for a surface-modified glass fiber film. This invention provides a film that has its surface modified by a silicon-containing compound. The common flexural rigidity of this surface-modified glass fiber film is measured to be 3 to 100 times greater than that of an unmodified glass fiber film. This innovation offers high strength, excellent heat resistance, good dimensional stability, and a low average linear expansion coefficient.
Another notable patent is for a base-attached encapsulant for semiconductor encapsulation. This encapsulant is designed for collectively encapsulating the device-mounted surface of semiconductor devices. It features a base and an encapsulating resin layer that contains an uncured or semi-cured thermosetting resin component. The encapsulant is engineered to suppress package warpage, even when encapsulating large-area packages.
Career Highlights
Hideki Akiba is currently employed at Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd., where he continues to innovate and develop new materials. His work has been instrumental in advancing the capabilities of semiconductor devices and improving their performance.
Collaborations
Throughout his career, Akiba has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Toshio Shiobara and Tomoaki Nakamura. These collaborations have further enhanced the quality and impact of his inventions.
Conclusion
Hideki Akiba's contributions to the field of materials science and semiconductor technology are noteworthy. His innovative patents reflect a commitment to advancing technology and improving material properties. His work continues to influence the industry and inspire future innovations.
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