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Three-dimensional memory device having semiconductor plug formed using backside substrate thinning

US10679985B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 17, 2018
Grant dateJun 9, 2020
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Expiry dateDec 6, 2038

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH01L2224/80905
  • WIPO fieldSemiconductors
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

Embodiments of 3D memory devices and methods for forming the same are disclosed. In an example, a 3D memory device includes a memory stack including interleaved conductive layers and dielectric layers, a channel structure extending vertically through the memory stack, and a semiconductor layer above the memory stack. The channel structure includes a channel plug in a lower portion of the channel structure, a memory film along a sidewall of the channel structure, and a semiconductor channel over the memory film and in contact with the channel plug. The semiconductor layer includes a semiconductor plug above and in contact with the semiconductor channel.

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