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Troubleshooting Solder Defects in PCBA Prototyping

Learn how to troubleshoot solder defects in PCB prototypes by tracing problems through solder paste selection, deposition, placement, reflow, and inspection.

September 26, 2026
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  • Research and Case Studies
    Warming Your Coffee with In-Mold Structural Electronics

    In-mold electronics (IME) processes involve printing conductive inks on moldable plastic films, which are then formed into a desired 3D shape. A Voltera test engineering intern used NOVA and IME manufacturing processes to create an induction mug heater.

    January 3, 2023
  • Flexible Hybrid Electronics
    Print Anything on Everything — Voltera Makes the Cover of OPE Journal!

    Voltera’s NOVA Smart Probe made the cover of OPE Journal! We were featured in the magazine following an interview by OPE Journal editor, Martin Hirschmann, at TechBlick this year.

    December 22, 2022
  • Research and Case Studies
    NOVA - Will It Print Frosting on a Gingerbread Cookie?

    We say NOVA can print anything on everything, and we stand by that slogan! To get into the holiday spirit, we put NOVA to the test by using this high-tech additive electronics printer to deposit frosting onto a gingerbread cookie.

    December 13, 2022
  • Materials Science
    A Compatibility Guide for Inks and Substrates

    There are many variables that determine materials compatibility, especially if you’re printing onto soft, stretchable, or flexible substrates. To make informed decisions, you need to understand the factors that influence materials compatibility.

    November 29, 2022
  • Company Updates
    Voltera Names New CEO

    Jesús Zozaya, former CTO, steps in as CEO as Voltera continues to grow.

    November 25, 2022
  • Electronics 101
    What Is Surface Energy?

    In additive electronics, surface energy can make or break your results. Here’s a breakdown of what surface energy is, and why it should matter to you.

    November 15, 2022
  • Research and Case Studies
    Building a Remote Controlled Robotic Hand with Strain Gauges

    Stretchable conductive ink gives you the ability to create a strain gauge on almost any stretchable material. With advancements in Flexible Hybrid Electronics and wearable tech, industries across the board are on the threshold of major change.

    November 1, 2022
  • Materials Science
    What Is Viscosity?

    The definition of viscosity, as well as a breakdown of how it applies in the world of printed electronics and additive manufacturing.

    October 1, 2022
  • Electronics 101
    CNC Milling vs. Direct Ink Writing (DIW) for PCBs — How Do They Stack up?

    So you’ve got your PCB design done and ready to go, but you need to start testing it.

    May 12, 2022
  • Research and Case Studies
    Fully 3D-Printed Carbon Nanotube Field Emission Electron Sources with In-Plane Gate Electrode

    Field emission has a long history; it has been studied by researchers since the 1880’s. Propelling many breakthroughs in our fundamental understanding...

    May 6, 2022
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