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From: TechNet [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of Sharon Starr
Sent: Friday, August 13, 2010 6:07 PM
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Subject: [TN] limits to miniaturization

Hello TechNetters,

I am new on TechNet and I'm more of business/economics geek than a techie, so I hope you'll bear with me if I ask some obvious questions.  I am developing a study of technology trends in the electronics interconnect industry for IPC.  One of the trends we're looking at is miniaturization.  With nanotechnology coming into play, I'm wondering where the limits are and what roadblocks might be slowing the trend.

So here's my question: apart from end-use requirements, what factors currently limit continued miniaturization in circuitry dimensions?  Do you see solutions to these limiting factors in the works?  Do any of them seem insurmountable?  Your ideas, opinions or predictions will be very helpful.

With thanks,
Sharon

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