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Method and apparatus for unpacking semiconductor wafer container

US10840121B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 31, 2016
Grant dateNov 17, 2020
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Expiry dateJan 28, 2039

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH01L21/67196
  • WIPO fieldSemiconductors
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

An automated method of unpacking a container containing semiconductor wafers from a sealed bag is provided. The method includes inflating the bag with a gas using an automated gas dispenser. After inflating the bag, the bag is cut using an automated cutting device to expose the container, and the cut bag is removed from around the container.

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