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Semiconductor structure and methods for bonding tested wafers and testing pre-bonded wafers

US12176320B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 23, 2022
Grant dateDec 24, 2024
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Expiry dateMay 31, 2043

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH01L2924/1436
  • WIPO fieldSemiconductors
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A method for bonding tested wafers is provided. The method includes the following operations. A first wafer having a first surface is received, and the first wafer includes a test pad and a conductive pad at the first surface of the first wafer and the test pad has a recess caused by a test probe and the conductive pad is electrically connected to the test pad. The first surface of the first wafer is planarized. A first hybrid bonding layer is formed over the first surface of the first wafer. The first wafer and a second wafer are bonded to connect the first hybrid bonding layer and a second hybrid bonding layer on the second water. A semiconductor structure and a method for testing pre-bonded wafers are also provided.

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