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Immersion lithographic apparatus and device manufacturing method with gas supply

US7982850B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 15, 2008
Grant dateJul 19, 2011
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Expiry dateMay 15, 2028

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG03F9/7088
  • WIPO fieldOptics
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

In a lithographic projection apparatus, a structure surrounds a space between the projection system and a substrate table of the lithographic projection apparatus. A gas seal is formed between said structure and the surface of said substrate to contain liquid in the space.

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