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Photoresist edge bead removal measurement

US7197178B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 14, 2004
Grant dateMar 27, 2007
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Expiry dateDec 23, 2024

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06T2207/30148
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

An edge bead removal measurement method includes determining an edge of a wafer about a circumference of the wafer. A location of a wafer notch on the edge of the wafer is determined. A location of a center of the wafer is determined. A distance from the edge of the wafer to an edge bead removal line about the circumference of the wafer is determined.

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