Mounting a pellicle to a frame
US8012651B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 14, 2007 |
| Grant date | Sep 6, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 3, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T428/31544
- WIPO fieldOptics
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A pellicle membrane is mounted between an outer frame and an inner frame. At least one of the frames is attached to the reticle without using conventional adhesives. The pellicle and reticle may be used in a lithography system. The pellicle allows radiation to pass through the pellicle to the reticle and may prevent particles from passing through the pellicle.
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