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Method for forming a dual damascene structure

US7169695B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateSep 29, 2003
Grant dateJan 30, 2007
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Expiry dateApr 22, 2024

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH01L21/76831
  • WIPO fieldSemiconductors
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A method for forming a dual damascene feature is provided. Vias are formed in an etch layer. A trench patterned mask is provided over the etch layer. A trench is etched, where the etching the trench comprises a cycle of forming protective sidewalls over the sidewalls of the vias and etching a trench through the trench patterned mask. The mask is then stripped.

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