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Carbon-based films, and methods of forming the same, having dielectric filler material and exhibiting reduced thermal resistance

US8183121B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 31, 2009
Grant dateMay 22, 2012
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Expiry dateMay 4, 2029

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T29/49099

Abstract

Methods in accordance with aspects of this invention form microelectronic structures in accordance with other aspects this invention, such as non-volatile memories, that include (1) a bottom electrode, (2) a resistivity-switchable layer disposed above and in contact with the bottom electrode, and (3) a top electrode disposed above and in contact with the resistivity-switchable layer; wherein the resistivity-switchable layer includes a carbon-based material and a dielectric filler material. Numerous additional aspects are provided.

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