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Laser process apparatus for forming holes in a workpiece

US5389954A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateNov 19, 1991
Grant dateFeb 14, 1995
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Expiry dateNov 19, 2011

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB41J2/1634
  • WIPO fieldMachine tools
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

In a laser process apparatus, a plurality of holes each having a predetermined shape are formed in a work upon radiation of light from an excimer laser. The apparatus is provided with a mask, in which a plurality of predetermined small holes are formed in correspondence with the plurality of holes to be formed in the work, and which allows laser light from the excimer laser to pass through the small holes thereof toward the work, a projection optical system for projecting optical images each having a predetermined shape onto the work through the small holes of the mask, a measurement optical system for measuring a work position, and a moving stage for moving the work on the basis of a measurement result form the measurement optical system.

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