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DRAM layout with vertical FETS and method of formation

US7736969B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 25, 2005
Grant dateJun 15, 2010
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Expiry dateFeb 18, 2029

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S257/908
  • WIPO fieldSemiconductors
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

DRAM cell arrays having a cell area of about 4F2 comprise an array of vertical transistors with buried bit lines and vertical double gate electrodes. The buried bit lines comprise a silicide material and are provided below a surface of the substrate. The word lines are optionally formed of a silicide material and form the gate electrode of the vertical transistors. The vertical transistor may comprise sequentially formed doped polysilicon layers or doped epitaxial layers. At least one of the buried bit lines is orthogonal to at least one of the vertical gate electrodes of the vertical transistors.

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