Dear Colleagues

Glass micromachining is becoming an essential material for optical micro-electro-mechanical-systems (MOEMS), miniaturized total analysis systems (µTAS), and microfluidic devices (e.g., for biosensing). In particular, the machining of smooth, high aspect ratio through glass vias (TGVs) in glass is crucial for the fabrication of interposers in the emerging packaging industry for small consumer electronics. However, glass is challenging to machine, in particular, at the micro-scale. Due to its brittleness, mechanical processes often result in undesired micro-cracks, and its relatively high thermal conductivity challenges the thermal process, which faces the issue of thermally affected zones. Additionally, its amorphous structure makes it difficult to etch high aspect-ratio structures. These challenges stimulate research in industry and academia, and, in recent years, this field has seen major advances.

This special issue seeks reviews, regular research papers and short communication on: (i) new approaches to micro machine glass, (ii) innovative use of existing techniques to address current challenges in glass micro-machining and (iii) opinions on future needs in glass micro-machining in emerging markets.

Prof. Dr. Rolf Wuthrich
Guest Editor

Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering, Concordia University,

1455 de Maisonneuve Blvd. West, Montreal, QC H3G 1M8, Canada
Website: http://ege.encs.concordia.ca
E-Mail: rolf.wuthrich@concordia.ca
Phone: +1 514 848 2424 (ext. 3150)
Fax: +1 514 848 3175

Submission

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Keywords

• Glass micro-machining
• Glass micro/nano devices