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System and method for multi-pulse laser processing

US8367968B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 3, 2008
Grant dateFeb 5, 2013
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Expiry dateAug 26, 2031

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH01L2924/0002
  • WIPO fieldMachine tools
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Laser pulses are selected from a group of closely spaced laser pulses with an optical modulator by adjusting pulse timing relative to an impingement interval. An adjusted pulse is moved from an impingement interval to a non-impingement interval and is blocked. The blocked laser source is stabilized by running nearly continuously. Pulse selection with multiple laser sources is achieved with a single acousto-optic modulator.

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