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Method and instrument for chemical defect characterization in high vacuum

US7635842B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 15, 2008
Grant dateDec 22, 2009
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Expiry dateJun 13, 2028

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01N23/2276
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A method and the instrument for characterization of the defects on a surface with Auger electron spectroscopy in a high vacuum environment are disclosed. Defects on the surface of a sample may be characterized with Auger electron spectroscopy in a high vacuum environment.

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