Patent ID: 6971162

Claim:
A method for improving the Q-factor of a multilayer embedded RF component, said method comprising the steps of: providing a multilayer substrate; providing an RF component, said RF component at least partially embedded in said substrate; providing a first plurality of regions on at least a first surface of said substrate, said first regions substantially defined by the presence of surface mounted components thereon; providing a second plurality of regions on at least a second surface of said substrate, said second regions substantially defined by the absence of surface mounted components thereon; providing a shield component, said shield component disposed over at least one of said second regions, wherein the height of said shield component mounted to the substrate does not substantially extend effectively beyond the height of a tallest surface mounted component disposed on said first region; said shield component further comprising a top surface and first sidewall vias; said substrate under said second region comprising a bottom surface and second sidewall vias; said first vias and said second vias suitably adapted to connect said top surface with said bottom surface in order to effectively define a substantially enclosed RF volume; said RF volume having a electronic component shielded therein.