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EUV light source optical elements

US7193228B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 22, 2004
Grant dateMar 20, 2007
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Expiry dateJan 7, 2025

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG03F7/70916
  • WIPO fieldOptics
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Apparatus and methods are disclosed for forming plasma generated EUV light source optical elements, e.g., reflectors comprising MLM stacks employing various binary layer materials and capping layer(s) including single and binary capping layers for utilization in plasma generated EUV light source chambers, particularly where the plasma source material is reactive with one or more of the MLM materials.

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