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Method of fabricating a trench structure substantially filled with high-conductivity material

US6737323B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJun 11, 2001
Grant dateMay 18, 2004
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Expiry dateJun 11, 2021

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH01L21/28194
  • WIPO fieldSemiconductors
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A trench structure that is substantially filled with high-conductivity material such as refractory metal particularly suitable for fast switching trench MOSFET applications. The trench is first lined by a dielectric material such as silicon dioxide. A layer of polysilicon is then formed on the dielectric material and provides buffering for stress relief. The trench is then filled substantially with refractory metal such as tungsten.

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