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Lithographic apparatus and device manufacturing method

US7050146B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 9, 2004
Grant dateMay 23, 2006
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Expiry dateApr 18, 2024

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG03F7/70341
  • WIPO fieldOptics
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

An immersion lithographic apparatus includes a voltage generator or power source that applies a potential difference to an object in contact with the immersion liquid such that bubbles and/or particles in the immersion liquid are either attracted or repelled from that object due to the electrokinetic potential of the surface of the bubble in the immersion liquid.

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