Artificial intelligence is rapidly trans-
forming the world around us—and man-
ufacturing is no exception. As generative
AI continues to dominate headlines, its
practical applications across the factor y
floor are becoming increasingly evident.
This was especially true at IPC APEX
EXPO in Anaheim, California, where AI
was a central theme in countless conver-
sations. Below are just a few highlights
from our Real Time with… IPC APEX
EXPO 2025 inter views that showcase
how AI is shaping the future of electron-
ics manufacturing.
The Dawn of AI in
Electronics Manufacturing
Creative Approaches to
Measuring Thermal Warpage
with Neil Hubble, Akrometrix
Reporting on the Future
of X-ray Technology
with Bill Cardoso, Creative Electron
AI Technology Transforming
Component Inspection
with Eyal Weiss, Cybord
Revolutionizing Factory
Inspections With AI Technology
with Roberto Gatti, Delvitech
EPOCH Expands With
Automation
with Phil Marcoux
GroundControl: AI-powered
First Article Inspections
with Mehul Shah
Understanding IPC's
Educational Initiatives
and Workforce Readiness
with David Hernandez, IPC
Improving the Electronics
Industry With Advanced
Packaging
with Devan Iyer, IPC
Show Wrap Up: A Review
with Dr. John W. Mitchell, IPC
Emerging Trends in Design
and Technology
with Kristopher Moyer, IPC
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