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Method for forming a trench MOSFET having self-aligned features

US7344943B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 20, 2005
Grant dateMar 18, 2008
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Expiry dateMar 27, 2026

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S257/905

Abstract

A semiconductor device is formed as follows. A plurality of trenches is formed in a silicon layer. An insulating layer filling an upper portion of each trench is formed. Exposed silicon is removed from adjacent the trenches to expose an edge of the insulating layer in each trench, such that the exposed edge of the insulating layer in each trench defines a portion of each contact opening formed between every two adjacent trenches.

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