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Method for forming a metal cap in a semiconductor memory device

US9577192B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 21, 2014
Grant dateFeb 21, 2017
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Expiry dateMay 21, 2034

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH10N70/25
  • WIPO fieldSemiconductors
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

Exemplary embodiments of the present invention are directed towards a method for fabricating a semiconductor memory device comprising selectively depositing a material to form a cap above a recessed cell structure in order to prevent degradation of components inside the cell structure in oxidative or corrosive environments.

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