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Method of using polishing pad

US12070833B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJun 26, 2023
Grant dateAug 27, 2024
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Expiry dateJun 26, 2043

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB24B53/017
  • WIPO fieldMachine tools
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A method of using a polishing pad includes applying a slurry to a first location on the polishing pad. The method further includes rotating the polishing pad. The method further includes spreading the slurry across a first region of the polishing pad at a first rate, wherein the first region includes a plurality of first grooves. The method further includes spreading the slurry across a second region, surrounding the first region of the polishing pad at a second rate different from the first rate, wherein the second region includes a plurality of second grooves. The method further includes spreading the slurry across a third region, surrounding the second region of the polishing pad at a third rate less than the first rate and the second rate, wherein the third region includes a plurality of third grooves.

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