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Methods of manufacturing semiconductor devices using cavities to distribute conductive patterning residue

US9515255B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 24, 2014
Grant dateDec 6, 2016
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Expiry dateOct 24, 2034

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH10N50/85
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

Methods of manufacturing a semiconductor device include forming a conductive layer on a substrate, forming an air gap or other cavity between the conductive layer and the substrate, and patterning the conductive layer to expose the air gap. The methods may further include forming conductive pillars between the substrate and the conductive layer. The air gap may be positioned between the conductive pillars.

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