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Magnetoresistive structure having two dielectric layers, and method of manufacturing same

US9548442B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 12, 2015
Grant dateJan 17, 2017
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Expiry dateJul 12, 2035

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH10N50/80
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A magnetoresistive structure having two dielectric layers, and method of manufacturing same, includes a free magnetic layer positioned between the two dielectric layers. The method of manufacture comprises at least two etch processes and at least an encapsulation process interposed therebetween wherein the encapsulation is formed on sidewalls of the partially formed magnetoresistive stack between etch processes.

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