Juniper Networks, Inc.
Apparatus, system, and method for mitigating warpage of integrated circuits during reflow processes

Abstract:

The stiffening brace may include a set of borders dimensioned to substantially surround an integrated circuit, wherein each border includes (1) a portion of material that is positioned atop a perimeter of the integrated circuit and (2) an additional portion of material that extends beyond the perimeter of the integrated circuit such that the additional portion of material overhangs a circuit board to which the integrated circuit is soldered. Various other apparatuses, systems, and methods are also disclosed.