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Method for fabricating non-reflective semiconductor surfaces by anisotropic reactive ion etching

US4229233A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateFeb 5, 1979
Grant dateOct 21, 1980
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Expiry dateFeb 5, 1999

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S438/964
  • WIPO fieldSemiconductors
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A differential reactive ion etching process significantly reduces the reflectivity of silicon. The process takes place in a reactive ion etching tool, typically a diode-configured system employing ambient gases which react with the silicon.

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