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Method and apparatus for extended temperature pyrometry

US8254767B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 26, 2009
Grant dateAug 28, 2012
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Expiry dateSep 24, 2030

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH01L21/67115
  • WIPO fieldSemiconductors
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

Embodiments of the invention are directed to methods and apparatus for rapid thermal processing of a substrate over an extended temperature range, including low temperatures. Systems and methods for using an extended temperature pyrometry system employing a transmitted radiation detector system are disclosed. Systems combining transmitted radiation detector systems and emitted radiation detector systems are also described.

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