摘要:
A method for forming interlevel contacts in integrated circuits includes the formation of a titanium nitride layer (26) prior to formation of an overlying conductive layer of a material such as polycrystalline silicon or a metal. In one approach, CVD titanium nitride (26) is deposited over a partially formed integrated circuit device and in a contact opening (20). The titanium nitride layer (26) is then exposed to an atmosphere containing oxygen, so that oxygen atoms diffuse into the titanium nitride layer (26). This may be done in conjunction with an annealing step. In another embodiment, layers of titanium (28) and titanium nitride (30) are sequentially sputtered onto the device. The nitride layer may then be exposed to an oxygen ambient, or the oxygen may be incorporated into the titanium nitride layer during the sputter deposition.
摘要:
A metal oxide layer (24) is then formed over the source/drain region (22). An insulating layer (26) is formed over the metal oxide layer (24). A photoresist layer (28) is formed over the insulating layer (26), and patterned to form an opening (30), exposing a portion of the insulating layer (26). The insulating layer (26) is then etched to expose a portion of the metal oxide layer (24). The photoresist layer (28) is removed and the insulating layer (26) is reflowed. The exposed portion of the metal oxide layer (24) is removed to expose a portion of the active region (22).
摘要:
A method for fabrication of local interconnects in an integrated circuit, and an integrated circuit formed according to the same, is disclosed. According to the disclosed embodiment, a first and a second conductive structure are formed over the integrated circuit. An insulating layer (28) is formed over the integrated. A first photoresist layer is formed over the insulating layer, patterned and developed. The insulating layer is etched to expose selected regions of the first and second conductive structures. A refractory metal layer (30) is formed over the integrated circuit. A barrier layer (32) is formed over the refractory metal layer, and optionally a refractory metal silicide layer (34) is formed over the barrier layer. A second photoresist layer is formed over the barrier layer, patterned and developed. The refractory metal layer and barrier layer, and the refractory metal silicide layer if formed, are etched to define a conductive interconnect between the exposed selected regions of the first and second conductive structures.
摘要:
A metal oxide layer (24) is then formed over the source/drain region (22). An insulating layer (26) is formed over the metal oxide layer (24). A photoresist layer (28) is formed over the insulating layer (26), and patterned to form an opening (30), exposing a portion of the insulating layer (26). The insulating layer (26) is then etched to expose a portion of the metal oxide layer (24). The photoresist layer (28) is removed and the insulating layer (26) is reflowed. The exposed portion of the metal oxide layer (24) is removed to expose a portion of the active region (22).
摘要:
A dynamic random access memory cell includes a metal capacitor above an access transistor. Tungsten plugs are used to contact an active area of a device substrate. Tantalum is used for the charge storage plate of the capacitor, and oxidized to provide the capacitor dielectric. A tungsten reference plate can be deposited over the charge storage plate and dielectric to provide a common reference plate for all memory cells on the device. The tantalum oxide dielectric is formed on sidewalls of the charge storage plate, so that the capacitance of the capacitor can be increased by making the charge storage plate taller. This design allows overall cell size to shrink while maintaining adequate charge storage capacitance.
摘要:
The method for reducing the surface reflectance of the metal layer during semiconductor processing includes the step of roughening the surface of a metal layer prior to forming the photoresist thereon. The roughened surface reduces reflections that can cause metal notching effects. The step of roughening the surface includes depositing a layer (34) of aluminum which is substantially thinner than the thickness of the primary metal layer by a sputtering process.
摘要:
The method for reducing the surface reflectance of the metal layer during semiconductor processing includes the step of roughening the surface of a metal layer prior to forming the photoresist thereon. The roughened surface reduces reflections that can cause metal notching effects. The step of roughening the surface includes depositing a layer (34) of aluminum which is substantially thinner than the thickness of the primary metal layer by a sputtering process.