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Process for fabricating a metallization structure

US5943601A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateApr 30, 1997
Grant dateAug 24, 1999
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Expiry dateApr 30, 2017

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH01L2924/0002
  • WIPO fieldSemiconductors
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A metallization structure is fabricated by depositing an underlayer of a group IVA metal having a thickness of about 90 to about 110 angstroms, and depositing a layer of aluminum and/or an aluminum alloy. The metallization structure obtained exhibits enhanced electromigration and is highly textured and is especially suitable for forming electrical connections or wiring.

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