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Method of forming self-aligned, trenchless mangetoresistive random-access memory (MRAM) structure with sidewall containment of MRAM structure

US6653154B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 15, 2001
Grant dateNov 25, 2003
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Expiry dateMar 15, 2021

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH10B61/00
  • WIPO fieldMicro-structural and nano-technology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

This invention pertains to a method of fabricating an MRAM structure. The method includes forming a pinned layer within a protective region defined by sidewalls formed over a substrate. The protective sidewalls facilitate formation of the MRAM structure by a self-aligning process.

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