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Enhanced quality of laser ablation by controlling laser repetition rate

US8344286B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 18, 2007
Grant dateJan 1, 2013
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Expiry dateNov 3, 2031

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB23K2103/52
  • WIPO fieldMachine tools
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A method of enhancing the quality of laser ablation by controlling the laser repetition rate during the ablation process, wherein the method enhances the quality of laser ablation of a photomask in order to improve the optical quality thereof. Also provided is a system employing the method of enhancing the quality of laser ablation.

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