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with nanoparticle silver ink, and realized full 3D wiring. is is something really exciting for RF guys like me. Another thing you called out specifically in your electronica presentation is the challenge of increasing cyber hardware security. Can you talk about that? At the PCB level, we are always talking about assembling packaged semiconductors and different packages in a qualified way. is also applies to cyber hardware. In this prod- uct, everything for the placed components were printed, as well as the board they were mounted on. So, we will be able to print everything—the entire board, all the layers, and everything that goes on top? Yes (despite the semiconductor chip), it is the next iteration of het- erogeneous integra- tion. To drive to the next level of products, we must leverage every possible resource and fully understand how to use them correctly. is includes devel- oping interfaces and other necessary components. Here is an example of a printed PCB. In this case, fiber optic cables are integrated—touch- ing quantum optics. Additionally, you can see 3D shapes; possibly for antennas, which are interconnected. What do you hope to accomplish with J.A.M.E.S. this year? Oh, so many things. We are seeking more part- ners, exploring new projects, and aiming to connect with industry members who have rel- evant expertise. At this stage, it remains uncer- tain whether these demonstrator products will perform reliably over the long term. You have to identify a qualification level, which is hard when there's no standard. No one can guaran- tee that something will function for 10 years or more, and this presents a significant challenge requiring broader engagement from stakehold- ers. We aim to collaborate more closely with IPC and FED to address these issues. Personally, I would love to see a moonshot: A project that evolves into a successful prod- uct. I believe this is possible, especially in sec- tors like medical or automotive. Having a tan- gible success story to showcase would help build trust within the community and indus- try, setting the stage for growth. Andreas, this has been informative and interesting. Thank you. ank you, Marcy. SMT007 54 SMT007 MAGAZINE I FEBRUARY 2025 Andreas Salomon