Automated method for integrated analysis of back end of the line yield, line resistance/capacitance and process performance
US10585998B2 · kind B2 · utility
Assignee
Inventors
Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 7, 2017 |
| Grant date | Mar 10, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 19, 2038 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH01L22/14
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A method of electrical device manufacturing that includes measuring a first plurality of dimensions and electrical performance from back end of the line (BEOL) structures; and comparing the first plurality of dimensions with a second plurality of dimensions from a process assumption model to determine dimension variations by machine vision image processing. The method further includes providing a plurality of scenarios for process modifications by applying machine image learning to the dimension variations and electrical variations in the in line electrical measurements from the process assumption model. The method further includes receiving production dimension measurements and electrical measurements at a manufacturing prediction actuator. The at least one of the dimensions or electrical measurements received match one of the plurality of scenarios the manufacturing prediction actuator using the plurality of scenarios for process modifications effectuates a process change.
Source: USPTO / EPO open patent data. Objective bibliographic and citation counts.