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Microlithographic reticle positioning system

US4667415A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateNov 29, 1985
Grant dateMay 26, 1987
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Expiry dateNov 29, 2005

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB82Y35/00
  • WIPO fieldMicro-structural and nano-technology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

In the reticle positioning system disclosed herein, a unitary structure is machined to form both a frame for holding a reticle and a compound linkage permitting lateral and rotational movement of the frame within its own plane under the control of three servo motors generating controllable displacements.

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