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High durability mask for dry etch processing of GaAs

US5378316A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJan 7, 1993
Grant dateJan 3, 1995
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Expiry dateJan 7, 2013

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH01L21/3081
  • WIPO fieldSemiconductors
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A mask is described which enables the fabrication of features in GaAs such as waveguides, channels, facets, mesas, and mirrors by dry etch processing in chlorine containing ambients. The mask consists of an amorphous form of carbon which may contain incorporated hydrogen. The mask can be applied, patterned and removed through dry processing techniques.

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