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Precise crystallographic-orientation alignment mark for a semiconductor wafer

US6554687B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateSep 27, 2001
Grant dateApr 29, 2003
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Expiry dateSep 27, 2021

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB24C1/04
  • WIPO fieldMachine tools
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A semiconductor wafer manufactured with a precise crystallographic-orientation alignment mark and a method of manufacturing. The method of manufacturing may include forcibly directing a carrier medium containing an abrasive material through a stencil to effect abrasive impact removal of a semiconductor surface in a defined machining area. The abrasive impact removal may be part of an automated machining process.

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