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Method for forming deep trench structure

US10163647B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 26, 2017
Grant dateDec 25, 2018
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Expiry dateJan 26, 2037

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH10F39/811
  • WIPO fieldSemiconductors
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A method for forming a deep trench structure is provided. The method includes forming a first recess in a top portion of a substrate and forming a first protective layer on sidewalls of the first recess. The method includes etching a middle portion of the substrate by using the first protective layer as a mask to form a second recess and forming a second protective layer on sidewalls of the second recess. The method also includes etching a bottom portion of the substrate by using the second protective layer as a mask to form a third recess; and removing the first protective layer and the second protective layer to form a deep trench structure. The deep trench structure is constructed by the first recess, the second recess and the third recess, and the deep trench structure has a stair shape.

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