Continuous Sheet for Circuit Board Production via Adhesion Substrate

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing methods for manufacturing copper clad laminates (CCLs) for circuit board production are either non-continuous, reducing productivity, or require expensive belt presses for reel-type production.

Innovation Solution

A roll-to-roll continuous process is developed by connecting sheet type metal laminates using a conductive adhesion substrate, allowing for the production of a continuous sheet for circuit board production without the need for a belt press.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Productivity

If sheet type CCL manufacturing method is used, then basic mechanical properties are achieved, but productivity is lowered due to non-continuous process

Engineering Contradiction:
ImproveproductivityVSAvoidcontinuous process capability
Core Design Contradiction:
ProductivityVSExtent of automation

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies continuity of useful action by transforming the traditional sheet-type batch manufacturing process into a continuous roll-to-roll manufacturing process. Multiple sheet-type metal laminates are connected in series through adhesion substrates, enabling continuous production without stopping for intermediate processing steps, thus achieving both high productivity and automated continuous operation.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #20Continuity of useful action

2Productivity

If belt press is installed for reel type CCL production, then continuous production is achieved, but initial investment cost becomes high

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvecontinuous production capabilityVSAvoidinitial investment cost
Core Design Contradiction:
ProductivityVSEase of manufacture

Solution Approach 1:

The patent introduces adhesion substrates as intermediary elements that connect multiple sheet-type metal laminates. These adhesion substrates serve as mediators that enable continuous roll-to-roll production by bonding sheets together, replacing the need for expensive belt press equipment while maintaining continuous manufacturing capability and reducing initial investment costs.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

Solution Approach 2:

The patent employs inexpensive adhesion substrates that can be easily applied and removed, replacing costly belt press equipment. These disposable or consumable adhesion layers provide the necessary bonding function at minimal cost, enabling continuous production without requiring expensive capital equipment investment.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #27Cheap short-living objects (Disposable)

3Strength

If adhesion substrate is wound around adjoined sheet type metal laminates, then mechanical properties and chemical resistance are improved, but process complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvemechanical properties and chemical resistanceVSAvoidprocess complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
StrengthVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent merges multiple functions into the adhesion substrate: it provides mechanical bonding between sheets, enhances chemical resistance, and enables continuous roll-to-roll processing. By combining these functions into a single component, the overall process complexity is managed while achieving improved mechanical properties and chemical resistance.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Data Source

PatentUS12225669B2Manufacturing method of continuous sheet for circuit board production and continuous sheet for circuit board production manufactured therefrom
Publication Date: 2025.02.11 LG CHEM LTD
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AI summary

The present disclosure relates to a manufacturing method of a continuous sheet for circuit board production providing reel type laminates in a roll-to-roll continuous process without a belt press by connecting at least two or more sheet type metal laminates using an adhesion substrate which includes a reinforcement film and a conductor, the manufacturing method providing improved mechanical properties, and excellent chemical resistance and productivity, and the continuous sheet for circuit board production manufactured therefrom.