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On the Line With… Podcast: UHDI and RF Performance
September 22, 2025 | I-Connect007Estimated reading time: 1 minute
I-Connect007 is excited to announce the release of a new episode in its latest On the Line with... podcast series, which shines a spotlight on one of the most important emerging innovations in electronics manufacturing: Ultra High Density Interconnect (UHDI).
In Episode 2, “How does Ultra HDI benefit: RF Performance,” host Nolan Johnson is joined by returning guest expert John Johnson, Director of Quality and Advanced Technology at American Standard Circuits (ASC). John takes listeners deep into the world of UHDI technology, highlighting its transformative benefits for RF-style design and explaining how UHDI enables critical factors in high-frequency applications.
Nolan Johnson says about the 12-part series, “John paints a clear picture for listeners of how the industry can leverage these innovations to push the boundaries of speed, efficiency, and miniaturization.”
Throughout the series, listeners can expect valuable insights, expert perspectives, and real-world applications to help them better understand UHDI and prepare for its expanding role in the electronics ecosystem.
Episodes are paired with downloadable educational takeaways, providing an additional resource to support professional growth.
I-Connect007's On the Line with... American Standard Circuits: Ultra HDI podcast series is available now on the I-Connect007 platform and major podcast directories.
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