Methods and apparatus for reducing the occurrence of metal whiskers

摘要

Methods and apparatus for reducing the occurrence of metal whiskers on surfaces are disclosed herein. In particular, the present disclosure teaches providing at least one source of electromagnetic energy to emit energy to reduce the occurrence of metal whiskers on a surface.

主权项

1. A method of reducing formation of metal whiskers on a surface including a whiskering metal, the method comprising:
causing an emission of an electromagnetic energy from at least one electromagnetic energy source to create a radiation field in which the whiskering metal is positioned; and controlling parameters associated with the emission of the electromagnetic energy, the parameters comprising a frequency, an amplitude, and a power level of electromagnetic energy, and a duration of the emission, wherein the at least one electromagnetic energy source is coupled to a circuit board.