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Lithographic apparatus, fluid combining unit and device manufacturing method

US9330912B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateSep 21, 2011
Grant dateMay 3, 2016
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Expiry dateOct 12, 2032

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG03F7/70341
  • WIPO fieldSemiconductors
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A system for tuning the refractive index of immersion liquid in an immersion lithographic apparatus is disclosed. Two or more immersion liquids of different refractive index are mixed together in order to achieve a desired refractive index. Further, the fluids may be conditioned and treated to maintain optical characteristics.

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