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A construction analysis is often performed on devices to determine quality, reliability, technology, patent infringement, etc.

Some typical requirements in a construction analysis may include:

  • External visual examination
  • X-ray inspection
  • Scanning acoustic microscopy inspection
  • Internal optical visual examination
  • Internal SEM review
  • Interconnect bond strength determination
  • Mechanical cross sections
  • Elemental analysis of various materials, plating, thin films, etc…
  • High magnification SEM documentation
  • Dimensional measurements
  • Seal testing
  • Internal water vapor determination
  • Solderability verification
  • Detailed optical imaging of circuitry