Embedded passives technology is the solution to making boards smaller, improving performance and lowering costs.  The challenge is making sure your company is up to speed on this new technology -- its benefits, the markets and implementation requirements.  You need to know about material considerations and the latest advancements in the design of embedded passives including design software if you're going to use this versatile technology.

IPC continues to offer education to people who need to know the specifics of embedded passives.  If you're a PCB designer, manager or engineer involved in this technology, take a look at a few upcoming IPC events.

IPC's CYBER SUMMIT - Introduction to Embedded Passive Component Technology 
Wednesday, January 26, 2005, 10:00 am - 11:00 am 

Register at http://www.ipc.org/calendar/IntroEmbedWebcast_105/IntroEmbPaswebcast_105.htm. 
Fees are nominal. The webcast will be led by Richard Snogren, previously an aerospace materials engineer who managed the electronic packaging and PCB design groups for Martin Marietta Astronautics.  Gain insight as he shares experiences from his 25 years in the PCB industry. 

Perhaps you, too, already have significant experience in embedded passives.  Here's an opportunity to increase your visibility in the industry and share your knowledge with others.

IPC's 3rd International Conference on Embedded Passive Component Technology
March 30 - April 1, 2005 in Minneapolis, MN

IPC is seeking proposals from individuals who are interested in teaching full-day tutorials (six hours) or half day workshops (three hours).  It is anticipated that up to 30 people will attend each course. Papers and/or presentations may be grouped together in a forum or panel discussion. 

IPC is encouraging the following topics: new materials for embedded passives, design tools, embedded resistor and capacitor technology, laser trim, integrated capacitor, system considerations and results.

An honorarium is given to instructors.  To submit an abstract for consideration, go to http://www.ipc.org/calendar/CFPEP305.pdf to submit an abstract submission or an educational course proposal.

Not interested in presenting a topic, but would like to sponsor the event? Please contact Alexandra Curtis at [log in to unmask] for more information.

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