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Polishing pads and methods relating thereto

US6843712B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateSep 11, 2003
Grant dateJan 18, 2005
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Expiry dateSep 11, 2023

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB24D3/26
  • WIPO fieldMachine tools
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

This invention describes improved polishing pads useful in the manufacture of semiconductor devices or the like. The pads of the present invention have an advantageous hydrophilic polishing material and have an innovative surface topography and texture which generally improves predictability and polishing performance.

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