摘要:
Linewidth variations and bias that result from MEF changes and reticle linewidth variations in a printed. substrate are controlled by correcting exposure dose and partial coherence at different spatial locations. In a photolithographic device for projecting an image of a reticle onto a photosensitive substrate, an adjustable slit is used in combination with a partial coherence adjuster to vary at different spatial locations the exposure dose received by the photosensitive substrate and partial coherence of the system. The linewidth variance and horizontal and vertical or orientation bias are calculated or measured at different spatial locations with reference to a reticle, and a corrected exposure dose and partial coherence is determined at the required spatial locations to compensate for the variance in linewidth and bias on the printed substrate. Improved printing of an image is obtained, resulting in the manufacturer of smaller feature size semiconductor devices and higher yields.
摘要:
Linewidth variations and bias that result from MEF changes and reticle linewidth variations in a printed substrate are controlled by correcting exposure dose and partial coherence at different spatial locations. In a photolithographic device for projecting an image of a reticle onto a photosensitive substrate, an adjustable slit is used in combination with a partial coherence adjuster to vary at different spatial locations the exposure dose received by the photosensitive substrate and partial coherence of the system. The linewidth variance and horizontal and vertical or orientation bias are calculated or measured at different spatial locations with reference to a reticle, and a corrected exposure dose and partial coherence is determined at the required spatial locations to compensate for the variance in linewidth and bias on the printed substrate. Improved printing of an image is obtained, resulting in the manufacture of smaller feature size semiconductor devices and higher yields.
摘要:
A deformable optical device includes a reflection device having a first reflecting surface and a second surface, an actuator (e.g., an integrated circuit piezoelectric actuator) having a support device and moveable extensions extending therefrom, which are coupled to the second surface, and electrodes coupled to corresponding ones of the extensions. Wavefront aberrations are detected and used to generate a control signal. The extensions are moved based on the control signal. The movement deforms the reflecting surface to correct the aberrations in the wavefront.
摘要:
Blades pivotally attached together linked to push rods and inserted into an illumination energy or flux. The blades extend longitudinally along the length of a rectangular illumination field or slit used to image a reticle onto a photosensitive substrate. The push rods are coupled to a flexure or link pivotally connected to each end of a substantially rectangular blade. The corners of the rectangular blades have a radius providing a smooth transition between blades. A frame holds the push rods in place as the blades are moved into and out of the illumination energy or flux. The push rods may be adjusted by a screw or other equivalent devices or methods. The lateral or sideways forces resulting from the movement of the blades is compensated for by the flexures or links resulting in less stress being placed on the blades. Slots placed at pivot points in the blades may also be used to facilitate movement of the blades. The illumination energy of the rectangular illumination field or slot is adjusted to provide a uniform illumination energy. Also included is a method of adjusting the device to provide a predetermined exposure dose along the length of the illumination field as a function of line width. Different feature types may be imaged separately to optimize control over line width variation.This is particularly advantageous in a scanning lithography system used in the manufacture of semiconductors.
摘要:
In order to effectively transfer heat from inner layers of an actuator coil to an area external to the coil, heat transfer elements, located proximate to the actuator coil, can be used. In an embodiment, a heat transfer apparatus for the actuator coil can include one or more heat transfer elements located proximate to one or more layers or one or more windings of the actuator coil and a cooling surface located proximate to the one or more heat transfer elements and to the actuator coil. In this configuration, the heat transfer apparatus can transfer heat from inner layers of the actuator coil to the cooling surface, which in turn transfers the heat to an area external to the actuator coil.
摘要:
A method utilizes a dynamically controllable optical element that receives an electrical field, which changes an index of refraction in at least one direction within the optical element. The change in index of refraction imparts a change to a beam of radiation passing through the optical element. The electric field is controlled by a feedback/control signal from a feedback system that includes a detector positioned proximate an image plane in the system. The optical element can be positioned in various places within the system depending on what light characteristics need to be adjusted, for example after an illumination system or after a light patterning system. In this manner, the optical element, under control of the dynamic electric field, can dynamically change its propagation characteristics to dynamically change either a beam of illumination from the illumination system or a patterned beam of radiation from the patterning system, such that they exhibit desired light characteristics.
摘要:
In order to effectively transfer heat from inner layers of an actuator coil to an area external to the coil, heat transfer elements, located proximate to the actuator coil, can be used. In an embodiment, a heat transfer apparatus for the actuator coil can include one or more heat transfer elements located proximate to one or more layers or one or more windings of the actuator coil and a cooling surface located proximate to the one or more heat transfer elements and to the actuator coil. In this configuration, the heat transfer apparatus can transfer heat from inner layers of the actuator coil to the cooling surface, which in turn transfers the heat to an area external to the actuator coil.
摘要:
A spatial light modulator (SLM) includes an integrated circuit actuator that can be fabricated using photolithography or other similar techniques. The actuator includes actuator elements, which can be made from piezoelectric materials. An electrode array is coupled to opposite walls of each of the actuator elements is an electrode array. Each array of electrodes can have one or more electrode sections. The array of reflective devices forms the SLM.
摘要:
A system and method utilize an optical element that receives an electrical field, which changes an index of refraction in at least one direction within the optical element. The change in index of refraction imparts a change to a beam of radiation passing through the optical element. A material used to form the optical element exhibits characteristics, such that wavelengths of the beam of radiation above about 155 nanometers are transmitted through the optical element with little or not absorption or attenuation.
摘要:
Blades pivotally attached together linked to push rods and inserted into an illumination field, energy or flux. The blades extend longitudinally along the length of a rectangular illumination field or slit used to image a reticle onto a photosensitive substrate. The blades controllably adjust the width of the rectangular illumination field to modify the illumination intensity or energy provided to a photosensitive substrate. The illumination field is scanned across the photosensitive substrate to expose it with the image of a reticle. The blades are dynamically controlled during the scanning exposure to adjust the illumination intensity or energy in a predetermined way. The resulting selective change in exposure dose corrects local area of line width variance. Various errors in pattern reproduction using a photolithographic system are relatively easily corrected. This is particularly advantageous in a scanning lithography system used in the manufacture of semiconductors.