Inventors:
M. Akbar Ali - Lomita CA
Carl W. Peterson - Carson CA
Hutan Taghavi - Hermosa Beach CA
Bruce W. Buller - Diamond Bar CA
Assignee:
Hughes Electronics Corp. - Los Angeles CA
International Classification:
H01L 2302
US Classification:
174 524, 257703, 257704, 257705
Abstract:
A packaged electronic structure includes an electronic device, and a package to which the electronic device is affixed. At least a portion of the package is made of a composite material of aluminum nitride dispersed in aluminum. The composite material is preferably prepared by mixing powders of the aluminum nitride and aluminum, and thereafter pressing and sintering the mixture.