Abstract:
A method of encapsulating low dimensional structures comprises forming a first group (3a) of low dimensional structures (1) and a second group (3b) of low dimensional structures (1) on a first substrate. The first group (3a) of low dimensional structures (1) and the second group (3b) of low dimensional structures (1) are encapsulated in a matrix (5), with the first group (3a) of low dimensional structures (1) being encapsulated separately from the second group (3b) of low dimensional structures (1). After encapsulation, the first group (3a) of low dimensional structures (1) may be separated from the second group (3b) of low dimensional structures (1). Each group may then be processed, for example by transfer to a second substrate (7). The number of low dimensional structures in a group, and the aspect ratio of a group is defined when the low dimensional structures are formed, and can therefore be controlled more accurately than in a conventional method in which groups are defined using a patterning technique.
Abstract:
As the conventional nanowire technology has many restrictions, the present invention discloses a method for transferring a one-dimensional micro/nanostructure to diversify the fabrication and application of nanocomponents, wherein a micro/nanostructure having formed on one substrate can be arbitrarily transferred to another substrate, whereby a micro/nanostructure can be integrated with different substrates.
Abstract:
A technique for manufacturing a micro-electro-mechanical (MEM) device includes a number of steps. Initially, a first wafer is provided. Next, a bonding layer is formed on a first surface of the first wafer. Then, a portion of the bonding layer is removed to provide a cavity including a plurality of spaced support pedestals within the cavity. Next, a second wafer is bonded to at least a portion of the bonding layer. A portion of the second wafer provides a diaphragm over the cavity and the support pedestals support the diaphragm during processing. The second wafer is then etched to release the diaphragm from the support pedestals.
Abstract:
A technique for forming a film of material (12) from a donor substrate (10). The technique has a step of introducing energetic particles (22) through a surface of a donor substrate (10) to a selected depth (20) underneath the surface, where the particles have a relatively high concentration to define a donor substrate material (12) above the selected depth. An energy source is directed to a selected region of the donor substrate to initiate a controlled cleaving action of the substrate (10) at the selected depth (20), whereupon the cleaving action provides an expanding cleave front to free the donor material from a remaining portion of the donor substrate.
Abstract:
A technique for forming a film of material (12) from a donor substrate (10). The technique has a step of introducing energetic particles (22) through a surface of a donor substrate (10) to a selected depth (20) underneath the surface, where the particles have a relatively high concentration to define a donor substrate material (12) above the selected depth. An energy source is directed to a selected region of the donor substrate to initiate a controlled cleaving action of the substrate (10) at the selected depth (20), whereupon the cleaving action provides an expanding cleave front to free the donor material from a remaining portion of the donor substrate.
Abstract:
Techniques for transferring a membrane from one wafer to another wafer to form integrated semiconductor devices. In one implementation, a carrier wafer is fabricated to include a membrane on one side of the carrier wafer. The membrane on the carrier wafer is then bond to a surface of a different, device wafer by a plurality of joints. Next, the carrier wafer is etched away by a dry etching chemical to expose the membrane and to leave said membrane on the device wafer. Transfer of membranes with a wet etching process is also described.
Abstract:
Disclosed herein is a method of releasing a photoresist film from a substrate, which includes forming a self-assembled monolayer (SAM) on a substrate; coating the SAM with a photoresist film; and rinsing the substrate with an alcohol or an acid. According to the photoresist film releasing method, a photoresist film can be easily released from a substrate without damage after patterning. A method of bonding a released photoresist film with a substrate includes arraying a second substrate and the photoresist film released from a first substrate, and baking the second substrate. According to the bonding method, the photoresist film can be perfectly bonded with a second substrate without generating a crevice even though an additional adhesive is not used.
Abstract:
A technique for forming a film of material (12) from a donor substrate (10). The technique has a step of introducing energetic particles (22) through a surface of a donor substrate (10) to a selected depth (20) underneath the surface, where the particles have a relatively high concentration to define a donor substrate material (12) above the selected depth. An energy source is directed to a selected region of the donor substrate to initiate a controlled cleaving action of the substrate (10) at the selected depth (20), whereupon the cleaving action provides an expanding cleave front to free the donor material from a remaining portion of the donor substrate.
Abstract:
A stress absorbing microstructure assembly including a support substrate having an accommodation layer that has plurality of motifs engraved or etched in a surface, a buffer layer and a nucleation layer. The stress absorbing microstructure assembly may also include an insulating layer between the buffer layer and the nucleation layer. This assembly can receive thick epitaxial layers thereon with concern of causing cracking of such layers.
Abstract:
A stress absorbing microstructure assembly including a support substrate having an accommodation layer that has plurality of motifs engraved or etched in a surface, a buffer layer and a nucleation layer. The stress absorbing microstructure assembly may also include an insulating layer between the buffer layer and the nucleation layer. This assembly can receive thick epitaxial layers thereon with concern of causing cracking of such layers.