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Sean Owen Clancy, Ph.D.
  • About
  • Areas of Expertise
    • Running Windows & Linux on a Dell Chromebook 13
  • Portfolio
    • Chemistry
    • Common Laboratory Methods
    • Organic Study Guide
    • TLC Stains
  • Resume
    • Awards and Honors
    • Conferences, Presentations, & Seminars
    • Coursework
    • Curriculum Vitae
    • Graduate Research Advisor Recommendation Letter
    • Publications
    • Teaching / Training Experience
Sean Owen Clancy, Ph.D.
  • About
  • Areas of Expertise
    • Running Windows & Linux on a Dell Chromebook 13
  • Portfolio
    • Chemistry
    • Common Laboratory Methods
    • Organic Study Guide
    • TLC Stains
  • Resume
    • Awards and Honors
    • Conferences, Presentations, & Seminars
    • Coursework
    • Curriculum Vitae
    • Graduate Research Advisor Recommendation Letter
    • Publications
    • Teaching / Training Experience

Publications

Book
  • Clancy, S. O., Failure analysis techniques for electronics. Philadelphia, PA: ACI Technologies, 2012. Print.
  • Official Download: PDF, EPUB, and MOBI Available

Alternate Downloads:

  • Higher-Resolution PDF (32 MB)
  • Lower-Resolution PDF (4 MB)
  • MOBI Format for Amazon Kindle (1.5 MB)
  • EPUB Format for Apple iBook Reader, B&N Nook, and others (1.4 MB)
Refereed Journal Article
  • Witker, D. L.; Clancy, S. O.; Irvin, D. I.; Stenger-Smith, J. D.; Irvin, J. A., “Electrochemical deposition of a new n-doping polymer based on bis(thienyl)isopyrazole”, Journal of the Electrochemical Society 2007, 154 (4), G95-G98.
Refereed Conference Papers
  • Clancy, S. O.; Askin, R. E. “Behind closed doors: what you don’t know about your CVD chamber.” IPC APEX EXPO 2022 Conference Technical Proceedings, January 2022.
  • Padmaperuma, A. B.; Clancy, S. O.; Harper, A. W., “The structure-property relationship of conjugated polymers: the effect of heteroaromatic rings and connectivity on photophysical properties”, Polymeric Materials: Science and Engineering 2003, 88, 514.
  • Clancy, S. O.; Padmaperuma, A. B.; Harper, A. W., “Energy transfer studies of polyphenylene-type polymers to a series of dyes”, Materials Research Society Symposium Proceedings 2003, 771 (Organic and Polymeric Materials and Devices), 71.
  • Clancy, S. O.; Padmaperuma, A. B.; Harper, A. W., “Energy transfer from polyphenylene-type polymers to a series of Coumarins and other acceptors”, Proceedings of SPIE-The International Society for Optical Engineering 2003, 5224 (Nanomaterials and Their Optical Applications), 113.
EMPFasis Articles, Company Newsletter and Navy Deliverable
  • Clancy, S. O., “Atomic layer deposition (ALD) successfully used as a conformal coating for radar components.” EMPFasis 2013, Volume 3, Number 4, 4.
  • Clancy, S. O., “New conductive epoxy resin leads to cost reduction of RF tuner systems for JSF.” EMPFasis 2013, Volume 3, Number 2, 5.
  • Clancy, S. O., “Technical data package recommendations for open architecture electronics manufacturing.” EMPFasis 2012, Volume 1, Number 1, 4.
  • Clancy, S. O., “Reworking ALD coatings.” EMPFasis 2010, December, 2.
  • Clancy, S. O., “Attaching fiber optic modules.” EMPFasis 2010, November, 3.
  • Clancy, S. O., “Ball grid array (BGA) voiding affecting functionality.” EMPFasis 2010, August, 2.
  • Republished as “Avoid the BGA voids.” Printed Circuit Design & Fab/Circuits Assembly 2010, November, 40.
  • Clancy, S. O., “Surface finish issues affecting solderability and reliability.” EMPFasis 2010, March, 2.
  • Clancy, S. O., “Cleanliness/corrosion mitigation.” EMPFasis 2009, December, 3.
  • Reprinted as “Cleanliness and corrosion mitigation.” Printed Circuit Design & Fab / Circuits Assembly, 2010, April, 50.
  • Clancy, S. O., “Non-destructive test methods.” EMPFasis, 2009, October, 3.
  • Clancy, S. O., “Five types of conformal coatings.” EMPFasis, 2009, May, 3.
  • Clancy, S. O., “Method of detecting contamination.” EMPFasis 2008, November, 3.
Trade Magazine Articles
  • Clancy, S. O. “Competitive Analysis of Parylene Coatings Based on Metrology.” Printed Circuit Design & Fab/Circuits Assembly 2015, November, 28.
  • Clancy, S. O. “Avoid the BGA voids.” Printed Circuit Design & Fab/Circuits Assembly 2010, November, 40.
  • Credited as ACI Technologies; reprint of an EMPFasis article as mentioned above.
  • Clancy, S. O. “Cleanliness and corrosion mitigation.” Printed Circuit Design & Fab/Circuits Assembly 2010, April, 50.
  • Credited as ACI Technologies; reprint of an EMPFasis article as mentioned above.
Patent Applications
  • Baker, L.; Clancy, S. O.; Hsueh, C. L. “Hybrid Parylene-Metal Oxide Interstacked Coatings.” United States Patent Application: US20170133292A1. US Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO), Priority Application Filed: 09 Nov. 2015.
  • Askin, R.; Clancy, S.; Janik, J.; Lawrence, B. “Plasma Ashing of Coated Substrates.” United States Patent Application: US20200126769A1. US Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO), Priority Application Filed: 23 Oct. 2018.
  • Clancy, S.; Lawrence, B.; Niebroski, A. “Plasma Ashing for Coated Devices.” United States Patent Application: US20210127497A1. US Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO), Priority Application Filed: 29 Oct. 2019.
  • Janik, J.; Clancy, S.; Lawrence, B. “In Situ Polymerization of Para-Xylene for Production of Parylene F-Like Coating.” United States Patent Application: US20210129180A1. US Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO), Priority Application Filed: 04 Nov. 2019.
  • Askin, R.; Clancy, S. “Functional Termination of Parylene in Vacuum.” United States Patent Application: US20210138503A1. US Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO), Priority Application Filed: 13 Nov. 2019.
Patents
  • Stevens, B.; Yun, Y.; Clancy, S. O. “Combining Different Types of Moisture-Resistant Materials.” United States Patent: US9795989B2. US Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO), Priority Application Filed: 15 Mar. 2013. Granted: 24 Oct. 2017.
  • Su, T.; Clancy, S. O.; Hsueh, C. L.; Yun, Y.; Cao, L. “Protective Coatings for Electronic Devices and Atomic Layer Deposition Processes for Forming the Protective Coatings.” World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT): WO2015192144A3. WIPO PCT, Priority Filed: 13 Jun. 2014. Published: 26 May 2016.
  • Cox, B.; Clancy, S. O.; Yun, Y.; Su, T.; Cao, L. “Incorporation of Additives into Protective Coatings.” United States Patent: US10792700B2. US Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO), Priority Application Filed: 22 Aug. 2014. Granted: 06 Oct. 2020.
  • Baker, L.; Clancy, S. O.; Hsueh, C. L. “Hybrid Parylene-Metal Oxide Layers for Corrosion Resistant Coatings.” United States Patent: US10553512B2. US Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO), Priority Application Filed: 09 Nov. 2015. Granted: 04 Feb. 2020.
  • Askin, R.; Clancy, S.; Su, J.; Melon, D.; Anderson, A.; Li, W.; Liu, W. W. Chen, Z. G. “Masking and De-Masking System and Processes.” World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT): WO2018009893A1. WIPO PCT, Priority Filed: 07 Jul. 2016. Published: 11 Jan. 2018.
Guest Blog Posts
  • Clancy, S. O.; Clancy, M. L. “Your Devices Aren’t as Protected as You Think Without Corrosion Resistant Coatings.” VSI Parylene, 19 Oct. 2017.
  • Clancy, S. O.; Clancy, M. L. “Parylene Barrier Properties: Why Aren’t All My Electronics Waterproof?” VSI Parylene, 12 Dec. 2017.
  • Clancy, S. O.; Clancy, M. L. “Parylene Thickness – When A Little Goes A Long Way.” VSI Parylene, 29 Dec. 2017.
  • Clancy, S. O.; Clancy, M. L. “Parylene Thermal Properties: How Temperature Extremes Affect Parylene.” VSI Parylene, 23 Jan. 2018.
  • Clancy, S. O.; Clancy, M. L. “Parylene Electric Properties: How Parylene Protects Sensitive Elements.” VSI Parylene, 14 Feb. 2018.
  • Clancy, S. O.; Clancy, M. L. “Parylene Biocompatibility – It Does A Body Good.” VSI Parylene, 7 Mar. 2018.
  • Clancy, S. O.; Clancy, M. L. “Parylene Optical Properties: Why Your Competitors See Parylene In a New Light.” VSI Parylene, 6 Apr. 2018.
  • Clancy, S. O.; Clancy, M. L. “Parylene Chemical Properties: Product Protection That May Surprise You.” VSI Parylene, 26 Apr. 2018.
Doctoral Dissertation
  • Design and syntheses of polymeric materials for visible and near-infrared emitting applications.
  • PDF version
USC Qualifying Exam Documents
  • A Nonviral Gene Transfer Agent Based on N-(Carboxymethyl)-trans-4-hydroxyl-L-proline
  • Manipulating the Triplet State Lifetime of Fullerene-C60 Derivatives with Heterocycles
  • Qualifying Exam Question from Dr. Bau and My Answer
  • Qualifying Exam Question from Dr. Prakash and My Answer
  • Qualifying Exam Question from Dr. Weber and My Answer
USC Qualifying Exam Presentations
  • A Nonviral Gene Transfer Agent Based on N-(Carboxymethyl)-trans-4-hydroxyl-L-proline
  • Manipulating the Triplet State Lifetime of Fullerene-C60 Derivatives with Heterocycles
USC Screening Exam Presentation
  • Electron Transport Materials Based on Cyclodiborazane
Other Documents
  • NRL Proposal on electron deficient (n-type) conjugated polymers that was part of the ASEE Postdoctoral Fellowship application
  • Peptide Nucleic Acid Protocol that I wrote for Elliott Richelson, M.D. to aid to in the grant and patent processes for several of the projects I was working on while at Mayo Clinic Jacksonville
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