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Dielectric treatment module using scanning IR radiation source

US8895942B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateSep 16, 2008
Grant dateNov 25, 2014
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Expiry dateJul 25, 2031

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC23C16/56
  • WIPO fieldMachine tools
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A system for curing a low dielectric constant (low-k) dielectric film on a substrate is described, wherein the dielectric constant of the low-k dielectric film is less than a value of approximately 4. The system comprises one or more process modules configured for exposing the low-k dielectric film to electromagnetic (EM) radiation, such as infrared (IR) radiation and ultraviolet (UV) radiation.

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