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Planarization method and system using variable exposure

US6440644B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateNov 10, 1999
Grant dateAug 27, 2002
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Expiry dateNov 10, 2019

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG03F7/2026
  • WIPO fieldOptics
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A method and system for planarization is disclosed. The system includes a mask including a medium density, sub-resolution region which allows less than the full intensity of the exposing radiation through to a resist layer. By including multiple density regions, improved planarization can be achieved.

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