Garbsen, May 2006 – LPKF Laser & Electronics has developed a process for laser structuring of three-dimensional circuit carriers; LPKF-LDS (laser direct structuring). This process is now used for production of Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) antennas as well as antennas for cell phones.
 
The LPKF-LDS process combines the highest integration of functions on a small area, reducing tooling costs, and maximizing flexibility when switching between different product versions, making this system beneficial to any designer.

HARTING Mitronics was announced as the Hermes Award winner for 2006. Through their innovative design using LPKF-LDS, HARTING Mitronics created a passive transponder RFID HARfid LT86 with a read range of up to five meters. This transponder antenna is used in RFID applications in transport and production logistics.

The LPKF-LDS process integrates high-resolution circuit layouts directly on three-dimensional components and carrier structures. Mechanical and electrical elements are combined to produce extremely small electronic devices.