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DC bias in plasma process

US12217936B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 8, 2023
Grant dateFeb 4, 2025
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Expiry dateNov 8, 2043

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH01J2237/3341
  • WIPO fieldSemiconductors
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

Embodiments described herein relate to plasma processes. A plasma process includes generating a plasma containing negatively charged oxygen ions. A substrate is exposed to the plasma. The substrate is disposed on a pedestal while being exposed to the plasma. While exposing the substrate to the plasma, a negative direct current (DC) bias voltage is applied to the pedestal to repel the negatively charged oxygen ions from the substrate.

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