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Pad over active circuit system and method with meshed support structure

US7453158B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 31, 2003
Grant dateNov 18, 2008
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Expiry dateDec 2, 2023

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH01L2924/14
  • WIPO fieldSemiconductors
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

An integrated circuit and method of fabricating the same are provided. Included are an active circuit, and a metal layer disposed, at least partially, above the active circuit. Further provided is a bond pad disposed, at least partially, above the metal layer. To prevent damage incurred during a bonding process, the aforementioned metal layer is meshed.

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