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Method and mark for metrology of phase errors on phase shift masks

US7075639B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 25, 2003
Grant dateJul 11, 2006
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Expiry dateApr 2, 2024

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG03F7/70675
  • WIPO fieldOptics
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A method of inspecting a phase shift mask is disclosed. The method includes receiving a mask having an alternating phase shift pattern. The method also includes forming the alternating phase shift pattern on a wafer. The method further includes analyzing the alternating phase shift pattern on the wafer to determine the phase difference of the alternating phase shift pattern.

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