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Physical vapor deposition system and processes

US11599016B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 16, 2021
Grant dateMar 7, 2023
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Expiry dateJan 18, 2042

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG03F1/52
  • WIPO fieldSurface technology, coating
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A physical vapor deposition (PVD) chamber and a method of operation thereof are disclosed. Chambers and methods are described that provide a chamber comprising an upper shield with two holes that are positioned to permit alternate sputtering from two targets. A process for improving reflectivity from a multilayer stack is also disclosed.

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