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Polishing apparatus

US11839948B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 22, 2019
Grant dateDec 12, 2023
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Expiry dateApr 28, 2042

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB24B37/34
  • WIPO fieldMachine tools
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A polishing apparatus capable of increasing an added value is disclosed. The polishing apparatus includes a polishing table configured to support a polishing pad, a top ring configured to press a substrate against the polishing pad, and a liquid supply mechanism configured to supply a liquid onto the polishing pad. The liquid supply mechanism includes a nozzle arm configured to be movable in a radial direction of the polishing table, and a liquid ejection nozzle attached to the nozzle arm. The liquid ejection nozzle is a fan-shaped nozzle having a liquid throttle surface having a tapered shape.

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