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Devices including metal-silicon contacts using indium arsenide films and apparatus and methods

US9441298B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 12, 2015
Grant dateSep 13, 2016
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Expiry dateNov 12, 2035

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH01L2924/0002
  • WIPO fieldSemiconductors
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

Described are apparatus and methods for forming films comprise indium and arsenic. In particular, these films may be formed in a configuration of two or more chambers under “load lock” conditions. These films may include additional components as dopants, such as aluminum and/or gallium. Such films can be used in metal/silicon contacts having low contact resistances. Also disclosed are devices including the films comprising indium arsenide.

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