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Method and structure for creation of a metal insulator metal capacitor

US7728372B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 10, 2006
Grant dateJun 1, 2010
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Expiry dateJun 14, 2026

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH10D1/692

Abstract

The invention is directed to an improved capacitor that reduces edge defects and prevents yield failures. A first embodiment of the invention comprises a protective layer adjacent an interface of a conductive layer with the insulator, while the second embodiment of the invention comprises a protective layer on an insulator which is on a conductive layer.

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