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Mechanisms for removing debris from polishing pad

US9630295B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 17, 2013
Grant dateApr 25, 2017
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Expiry dateOct 1, 2035

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH01L21/304
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Embodiments of mechanisms for performing a chemical mechanical polishing (CMP) process are provided. A method for performing a CMP process includes polishing a wafer by using a polishing pad. The method also includes applying a cleaning liquid jet on the polishing pad to condition the polishing pad. A CMP system is also provided.

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