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Manufacturing method of thin film transistor array panel using an optical mask

US7371592B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 19, 2005
Grant dateMay 13, 2008
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Expiry dateMar 31, 2026

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH10D86/00

Abstract

A method for manufacturing a thin film transistor array panel using a photo mask is provided. The photo mask includes: a transmitting area and a translucent area, wherein the translucent area includes a plurality of light blocking portions blocking light, and wherein the light blocking portions have a plurality of areas blocking different amounts of light. By using this type of photo mask, a substantially flat layer of photoresist film can be deposited even on top of an uneven surface to manufacture a thin film transistor array panel. The flat photoresist film reduces processing cost and enhances the reliability of the panel manufacturing process.

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