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Reflection type mask blank for EUV exposure and reflection type mask for EUV exposure as well as method of producing the mask

US6749973B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 14, 2002
Grant dateJun 15, 2004
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Expiry dateJul 13, 2022

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG03F1/24
  • WIPO fieldMicro-structural and nano-technology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

In a reflection type mask blank for EUV exposure, a multilayer film is formed on a substrate to reflect EUV light. An intermediate layer is formed on the multilayer film. An absorber layer is formed on the intermediate layer to absorb the EUV light. The intermediate layer is formed by a material containing Cr and at least one element selected from the group consisting of N, O, and C.

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