Semiconductor

More precise detection of wafer/chip defects

AI algorithms can accurately identify subtle nano-scale defects like scratches, stains, and indentations on wafer/chip surfaces, while traditional AOI systems have limited capabilities in detecting these minor defects.

Automated classification of defect types

AI not only can detect the presence of defects, but also automatically categorize them into different types like scratches or foreign particle adhesion based on their characteristics (shape, size, etc.), providing a basis for subsequent analysis and handling.

Stronger pattern defect detection capabilities

The AI vision system can accurately inspect circuit patterns on wafers/chips for issues like open circuits or short circuits, whereas traditional AOI has relatively weaker abilities in this regard.

Significantly improved detection efficiency

AI-based detection is far faster than traditional AOI, enabling high-volume, inline inspection without impacting production pace, thereby enhancing manufacturing efficiency.

Reduced human intervention and subjective errors

AI-based inspection has the advantages of automation and intelligence, minimizing the subjective biases introduced by manual operations, and greatly improving the consistency of inspection quality.

Enhancing defect detection for light guide plates and diffusion boards

Optoelectronic/display products have extremely high uniformity requirements for light guide plates and diffusion boards. Any minor scratches, stains, or deformations can cause uneven brightness. AI-based vision algorithms can detect these tiny defects with high precision, whereas traditional AOI has limited capabilities in this area.

Accurate detection of fine circuit pattern defects

The metal conductive layers and circuit patterns on panels are becoming increasingly miniaturized, making it difficult for traditional AOI to fully detect subtle defects like breaks and cracks. Leveraging powerful pattern recognition capabilities, AI vision systems can detect these fine circuit defects with high accuracy.

Improved detection rate for color filter and CF defects

Color filter defects come in diverse forms, requiring inspection for issues like bright spots, dark spots, and contamination. AI technology can simultaneously detect multiple defect types, achieving a far higher detection rate compared to traditional AOI focused on single defect types.
AOI utilizes high-speed, high-precision vision processing technology to automatically inspect various assembly errors and soldering defects on PCBs, ICs, and electronic components.
The scope of PCB, IC, and electronic components can range from fine-pitch, high-density boards to low-density, large-size boards.
Online inspection solutions are provided to improve production efficiency and soldering quality.
By using AOI as a tool to reduce defects, errors can be identified and eliminated early in the assembly process, achieving good process control.
Early detection of defects will prevent bad boards from moving to subsequent assembly stages.
AOI will reduce repair costs and avoid the scrapping of unrepairable PCBs, ICs, and electronic components.

Enhancing defect detection for complex metal/mechanical components

Mechanical and automotive parts often have complex shapes, and AI algorithms can better identify subtle defects such as cracks, scratches, and deformations on these intricate, high-precision components, improving the detection coverage and accuracy.

Handling diverse metal materials and surface characteristics

Different metals like steel and aluminum have varying reflective properties, which traditional AOI systems struggle to cover comprehensively. AI systems can self-adapt by learning from extensive sample data, flexibly handling various metal materials and surface conditions.

Improving defect detection for critical functional components

For core functional components in machinery and vehicles, such as engine blocks and brake discs, AI can more precisely detect minor defects that may impact safety and service life, enhancing quality control for these critical parts.

Shortening programming time for complex product inspections

With the wide variety of mechanical and automotive products, traditional AOI requires rewriting inspection programs for each new product. AI systems can quickly learn and adapt to new products, significantly reducing the programming and deployment time.

Enhancing high-speed production line inspection adaptability

Mechanical and automotive production lines often operate at very high speeds, making detection more challenging due to increased product motion. AI-based vision inspection algorithms can better handle high-speed scenarios, ensuring stable and reliable inspection.

Real-time problem identification and resolution

Using AOI fabric inspection or plastic molding machines can instantly detect defects, allowing factories to promptly resolve issues and reduce recalls and waste. Identifying defects before shipment helps improve customer satisfaction and increase the likelihood of repeat orders.

Reducing human errors

Before replacing manual inspection, factory workers had to rely on their eyes to visually identify defects for long periods. Human errors, fatigue, and inadequate lighting can all impact manual inspection, causing defective products to slip through unnoticed. AOI fabric or plastic molding machines can mitigate such risks.

Reducing customer complaints and increasing ROI

With a well-trained identification model, AOI can easily detect a variety of fabric defects. Not only is the inspection process more streamlined, but it also reduces human oversights. Factories can then take on large-scale orders, increasing their profit potential and investment returns.

Lowering production costs

Manual fabric inspection has a limit of 20-30 minutes of concentrated effort before fatigue sets in, and prolonged operation can be harmful to eye health. Automated inspection machines effectively solve issues like labor turnover, worker fatigue, and recruitment challenges that can cause production capacity fluctuations.

More precise detection of food surface defects

AI algorithms can better identify subtle scratches, cracks, and indentations on food surfaces, whereas traditional AOI systems have limited capabilities in detecting these minor defects.

Accurate identification of foreign objects within food

Leveraging auxiliary equipment like X-rays or infrared, AI can effectively inspect food products for the presence of foreign objects, impurities, or metal contaminants, improving control over the internal quality of food.

Automated food shape recognition and grading

AI can grade and sort food products based on parameters like shape and size, ensuring they meet the specified standards, which aids in product packaging and shipping.

Rapid inspection of food packaging integrity

AI can automatically check for issues like damage or poor sealing in food packaging, enabling immediate detection of any unexpected harm during transportation.

Improved detection of subtle surface defects on medical devices

AI algorithms can precisely identify nano-scale defects like scratches, burrs, and indentations on the surfaces of medical devices such as syringes and catheters. Traditional AOI systems have limited capabilities in detecting these minor defects.

Accurate inspection of medical packaging integrity

The AI vision system can automatically inspect medical product packaging for issues like damage and seal integrity, ensuring the completeness of the sterile barrier and avoiding contamination risks during transportation.

Realization of medical label character recognition

Some medical products feature complex labels with information like batch numbers and expiration dates. AI's powerful optical character recognition (OCR) capabilities can accurately identify and verify the correctness of these labeling data.

Improved inspection efficiency and reduced human risks

The AI inspection process is highly automated and fast, enabling high-volume inline detection. This reduces the safety risks and judgment biases associated with manual operations, improving the consistency of inspection quality.

Improved detection accuracy

AI can learn the features of small, complex defects through deep learning from large datasets, surpassing human visual inspection capabilities. However, it also requires capturing high-quality images and integrating multiple feature extraction techniques to detect the smallest defects.

Flexible defect definition and classification

AI can self-learn defect characteristics, significantly reducing the manual definition efforts. It can detect defect types missed by traditional rule-based approaches, and also perform accurate classification of defect categories (e.g. scratches, bubbles). But when the defect samples are imbalanced, strategies like data augmentation and class weighting adjustments are needed.

Highly adaptive optimization of inspection

AI can automatically optimize the inspection parameters and strategies based on different glass properties, improving robustness. For curved glass surfaces, AI can integrate techniques like 3D vision to adapt to these complex 3D scenarios.

Automated, unattended operation

AI-based inspection systems can run continuously in an automated manner, improving efficiency and reducing labor costs. However, it is important to handle complex background interference issues and enhance the model's resilience to such environmental noises.

Improved detection of small defects on printed products

AI algorithms can precisely identify subtle defects on labels/printed products, such as small stains, scratches, and color variations, while traditional AOI systems have limited capabilities in detecting these minor defects.

Accurate text/code recognition Labels/printed products often feature text, barcodes, and other encoded information.

AI has powerful optical character recognition (OCR) and barcode recognition capabilities, allowing it to accurately identify and verify the correctness of these encoded data.

Efficient inspection of complex patterns and image defects

Labels and packaging often have intricate graphic designs. The AI vision system can effectively detect issues like pattern segmentation, image quality, and missing elements, whereas traditional AOI has limited abilities in handling image-related defects.

Significantly improved inspection efficiency

The AI inspection process is highly automated and fast, enabling high-volume inline detection without disrupting the production line, greatly enhancing the overall inspection efficiency.

Semiconductor

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Apply the Classification and Segmentation technology of Solomon SolVision AI image platform to identify defect features. First, use the Classification tool to judge whether the wafer has too many defects and eliminate the defective products that cannot be repaired. Then, use image processing technology to segment the wafer image, and use the Segmentation tool to detect the defects in the image, record their features, coordinates, area and other information, which greatly improves the efficiency of subsequent repairs.

Software
  1. Web-based architecture, allowing multiple users to log in remotely through the domain
  2. Integrate and store a large amount of defect data and images detected by AOI equipment, which can be used for production history statistical analysis, real-time monitoring of online AOI equipment defect detection status, defect photo viewing, product defect Map overlay and defect type judgment Code and other functions
  3. Can be combined with AI for big data analysis and feedback to production equipment to issue warnings for production anomalies
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Using the Segmentation technology of Solomon SolVision AI image platform, the image features of micro-scratches and dirt on the wafer are located and annotated, and then used to train the AI model. Even under the image background with grinding marks, AI vision can still easily detect deep and shallow micro-scratches and other dirt defects, and accurately detect the location and area of the defects.

Software
  1. Line Scan high-speed detection + AI defect classification
  2. Support for front and back side appearance defect detection of Silicon/Glass Wafer
  3. Applicable to CIS/IQC/OQC
  4. Can be equipped with “8/12” EFEM, supports SECS GEM200/300
Software / Hardware
  1. High-speed automatic defect photography based on KLARF file for分区/分Die/Defect size/Defect type
  2. Provides AI real-time defect detection; instant detection and classification, processing speed up to 50 FPS or more
  3. Can be equipped with “8/12” EFEM, supports SECS GEM200/300
  4. Defect photography and detection of wafer/packaging process QA inspection stations/CP & FT
Software / Hardware
  1. AI real-time defect detection and classification, real-time detection and classification, processing speed can reach more than 50 FPS
  2. Can be equipped with “8/12” EFEM, supports SECS GEM200/300
  3. Min defect size ≧ 0.3µm
  4. Can be equipped with a yield management system
Software / Hardware
  1. High-speed inspection with a maximum inspection capacity of 60PCS/second (2M).
  2. AI deep learning identifies defects.
  3. Simultaneous inspection quantity can detect up to 10 areas at the same time.
  4. Inspection area 2mm2-200mm2.
  5. The inspection camera uses a 2M-25M high-speed area camera.
  6. The inspection accuracy camera is equipped with a lens resolution of 0.001mm-0.05mm.
  7. Measurement capability can detect 2M 60 frames/second or 5M 4 frames/second per second.
  8. Detailed measurement data classification is stored in different directory folders according to camera sequence, by date and order. Automatically create file names based on date and time.
  9. NG photo processing automatically generates directory folders and automatically creates file names based on date and time. During the inspection, click on the NG thumbnail or tile in the screen, and the complete photo can be popped up.
  10. Real-time measurement trend chart can display the data of the last 1000 points of each axis.
  11. The operation mode has operation mode (only display data), engineering mode (including real-time images) and commissioning mode.
Software / Hardware
  1. Cognex's Deep Learning tools apply intelligent algorithms to learn the difference between normal structural layers and defects, enabling more effective detection of tiny cracks.
  2. Highly accurate detection can save good chip packages that may have been incorrectly classified as defective (NG), thereby increasing yield. Deep learning can find tiny cracks on WLCSP packages that may pass traditional inspection methods but fail prematurely in the field.
Software / Hardware

Cognex Deep Learning software can perform automated defect screening for a larger portion of the wafer. The defect detection tool can completely ignore the underlying wafer layer, even finding small defects anywhere in the wafer layer, and then remove any outliers. It can also be used in a two-tier inspection system to identify ambiguous cases and send them to an offline manual inspection station for further review.

Software / Hardware
  1. Customized inspection requirements for different processes
  2. Precise quality judgment and classification of inspection results
  3. Inspection of product defect distribution map and individual defect features
  4. High-speed, non-contact, 3D/2D surface morphology measurement
Software / Hardware

Cognex's Deep Learning defect detection tools can find unacceptable and varied coating defects on wafer surfaces, which would be too complex or time-consuming for rule-based machine vision systems. The tool inspects the wafer surface, detecting if any cracks, chips or stains are present across it. It is trained on many different images showing variations in defect types and locations to identify potential areas of interest for inspection. Cognex's Deep Learning classification tools then classify the defects (e.g. cracks, chips, particles, etc.). This information can be used to improve processes to reduce defects and increase yield.

Software / Hardware

Apply the Segmentation technology of Solomon SolVision's AI image platform to build an AI learning module to automatically learn and detect the characteristics and location of crawling glue and overflowing glue. Combined with data augmentation technology, simulate the possible situations of adhesive overflow, so that AI can learn more feature patterns to improve accuracy. On the other hand, increasing the number of correct categories can improve the recognition strength and effectively reduce the interference of environmental factors.

Software

Use SolVision's Feature Detection feature to learn the location points that need to be identified on the tray, and then use Segmentation technology to perform optical character recognition (OCR), which can greatly optimize the traditional AOI workflow. It is not restricted by the displacement, skew and character defects of the identification screen, and can accurately identify the source of individual materials. With the increase of the number of learning pieces, the ability of AI to identify characters can also be continuously optimized, making character identification no longer difficult.

Software

Using SolVision AI image platform's unsupervised learning tool Anomaly Detection, AI deep learning is performed with non-defective image samples (Golden Sample), and data augmentation technology is used to improve the AI model's recognition of standard samples. The trained AI model can identify the differences between the tested object and the standard sample, locate and mark the position of the micro-crack defect inside the packaged chip, and is completely unaffected by the characteristics of the penetrating image.

Software

Combining smart cameras with deep learning software uses optical character recognition (OCR) to decode damaged barcodes. Thanks to the pre-trained font library of deep learning, the deep learning barcode reading tool in the software is ready to use out of the box, greatly shortening the development time. Users only need to define the target detection area and set the character size. When introducing new characters, you don't need to have visual expertise, and you can also retrain this robust tool to read application-specific barcodes that traditional OCR tools can't decode.

Software / Hardware

Cognex's Deep Learning OCR tool can use a pre-trained built-in font library of over 1,000 characters to read curved strings, low contrast characters, as well as distorted, skewed, and poorly etched barcodes. The OCR tool also provides a re-training capability, allowing users to solve new or specific characters that cannot be automatically identified on the first pass. Quickly and accurately reading chip identification numbers not only improves traceability, but also ensures the correct information is captured for future reference when needed.

Software / Hardware
  1. Real-time autofocus
  2. Real-time image stabilization function
  3. Smart measurement function
  4. Comprehensive observation of bright field and DIC
  5. Ultra-long depth of field synthesis function
  6. Ultra-large range puzzle
  7. Image target navigation
  8. AI defect target detection
  9. 3D profile measurement
Software / Hardware
  1. Die Bond / Wire Bond multi-layer Chip stacking measurement and inspection can be used, and the AI inspection system can be used to improve the detection accuracy rate to 99.99%
  2. Distance: arc height, gap between arcs, line spacing, etc., any measurement of plane or step distance
  3. Abnormality: Wire deviation, ball drop, broken wire and other appearance defects
Software / Hardware

Traditionally, rule-based machine vision systems used with automated optical inspection (AOI) systems do not perform well. Detecting potential defects (NG) through deep learning can enhance the reliability of the inspection process. The AOI machine uses Cognex Deep Learning tools to identify potential NG situations and provide those images to the system. The defect detection tool can dynamically capture regions of interest, while the classification tool can categorize different types of defects, distinguishing between defective and acceptable wire bonds. Categorizing defects not only helps identify process issues to avoid costly rework downstream, but can also successfully identify defects at the micron level, improving IC chip yield and lifetime performance.

Software / Hardware

Cognex Deep Learning provides a simple solution that can identify all anomalous features without even having to train on "defective" images. Instead, engineers can use the defect detection tool in an unsupervised mode, training the software using samples of "good" images. Cognex Deep Learning can learn what normal wire bond and lead appearances and positions should be, and flag any deviating features as defective.

Software / Hardware

Cognex Deep Learning tools can help verify the difference between OK and NG probe marks, making probe mark detection easier and faster. The software is trained on a wide variety of images, including images showing correct probe marks and images showing unacceptable probe marks. Unacceptable marks can then be classified as "pressure related" or "off center".

Software / Hardware
  1. The system uses three Allied Vision Guppy F-146B cameras to inspect IC wire bonding.
  2. The system can count the number of wire bonds, measure their height, and detect any breaks.
Software / Hardware

Using the Segmentation technology of SolVision AI image platform, the defect features in the image samples are annotated and used to train the AI model. The trained AI model can automatically detect and mark the location of the grain edge fracture defect, which greatly reduces the risk of the chip breaking in the subsequent packaging process.

Software
  1. Full color/multi-spectral scanning (RGB CCD sensor), wide range of defect detection
  2. Multiple flash exposure technology, can simultaneously detect defects under different light sources
  3. Module linearity calibration (CCD), can effectively detect wide range of color difference defects
  4. Defect stitching is available to inspect large-sized defects
  5. Integrated encoder, can output defect map
Software / Hardware
  1. Unique AI real-time measurement and inspection solution
  2. Can correspond to “8/12” Wafer/Frame form
  3. Chip reset position offset/rotation measurement
  4. Can support Bumping damage/Die chipping detection at the same time
Software / Hardware
  1. Detect aperture size according to customer requirements, detection accuracy: 1μm
  2. Surface appearance defects: foreign objects, opening and closing, bumps, rust, breaks, opening and closing shielding, etc.
Software / Hardware

Cognex Deep Learning tools provide an easier way to learn and classify chipping and burr marks, as well as distinguish them from normal cutting marks after the cutting process. The software is easy to train and can identify all chipping and burrs, classify them as acceptable or unacceptable, and ignore normal marks within the tolerance range.

Software / Hardware

The system can detect defects such as slot shape, blockage, thread skew, defects, thread major and minor diameters, pitch, screw head width, thickness, screw bending, and surface scratches. It also provides intelligent inspection data statistics, non-conforming product analysis, report output, and support for remote calibration management.

Software / Hardware

AI defect classification and judgment solutions can be provided according to the needs of different customers in the production and manufacturing process

Software

Use Solomon SolVision's Segmentation technology to learn about various types of defects, and at the same time set OK categories to avoid false positives and false negatives. With data augmentation, the scope of AI learning is increased. It can not only effectively detect various types of defects, but also accurately detect edge protrusions, black edges or black spots in cluttered or complex backgrounds. It also has a good recognition effect for less obvious defects.

Software

Use the Segmentation technology of the SolVision AI image platform to perform defect identification, detect and mark various subtle defects in complex imaging backgrounds, so that users can monitor and eliminate abnormal conditions of the carrier plate in real time.

Software

The situation of chip jumping in the wafer is random, and the resulting defect patterns are diverse and difficult to predict the location of the defects. For AOI, it is almost impossible to set logic for jump defects and detect them based on it.Using the Segmentation technology of SolVision AI image platform, the AI model is trained with image samples of defects such as stacking, missing materials, skewing and misplacement, and flipping. After the AI training is completed, it can easily and quickly identify and mark the positions of abnormal pick and place on the wafer.

Software

Wafer cutting is a very important process in the semiconductor and optoelectronics industries. If the cutting process cannot maintain high yield, high efficiency and maintain chip characteristics, it will greatly affect the overall production capacity. The quality control of the wafer cutting saw is mainly through the detection of external defects. Common external defects include irregular patterns and multiple drills on the saw body. Since the wafer cutting saw itself has circular stripes, it forms a complex image background, which seriously affects the machine vision for defect detection.Using the Feature Detection tool of SolVision AI image platform, the irregular patterns and multiple drill defects in the image samples are annotated and trained to train the AI model. AI vision can then detect various defects on the wafer cutting saw body in real time.

Software
  1. Prediction accuracy > 95%
  2. False positive rate < 5%
  3. Detect 100 images within 60 seconds (including download, preprocessing, prediction and upload)
Software

Since die bonding technology is the key to the packaging process, it has high requirements for speed and accuracy. However, the texture of the process image is very complex. Traditional optical inspection cannot use logic writing to detect defects such as angle, displacement deviation and missing, which often leads to missed detection, misjudgment and wrong positioning, which greatly affects the production efficiency of the packaging line.Using the Solomon SolVision AI image platform to enhance the reliability of displacement and angle information, accurately detect the manufacturing errors and abnormal conditions of the die bonding system. On the other hand, the AI module can also extend the learning of different chip forms and perform analysis and detection for different types of packaging products.

Software

Combining the AI Image Recognition Platform AIWinOps delivers intelligent manufacturing solutions, applying AI + AOI techniques to industries such as petrochemicals, golf club manufacturing, semiconductors, mechanical part fabrication, and textiles.

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