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Removable reticle window and support frame using magnetic force

US6912043B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 27, 2003
Grant dateJun 28, 2005
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Expiry dateOct 27, 2023

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG03F7/70983
  • WIPO fieldOptics
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

An apparatus for maintaining an optical gap between a pellicle and a reticle in a photolithography system includes a frame defining first and second opposing surfaces, a reticle mated to the first opposing surface using magnetic coupling; and a pellicle mated to the second opposing surface using magnetic coupling.

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