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Plasma processing apparatus

US5316645A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateFeb 17, 1993
Grant dateMay 31, 1994
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Expiry dateFeb 17, 2013

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH01J2237/332
  • WIPO fieldSurface technology, coating
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A plasma processing apparatus comprises: a first electrode connectable with a plasma generating power source; a second electrode capable of supporting a substrate to be subjected to a plasma-involving surface treatment; a third electrode enclosing a space between the first and second electrodes, all the electrodes being positioned in an evacuatable chamber; and potential control means for controlling the potential of the third electrode.

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