Abstract:
A three-dimensional non-volatile memory comprises a plurality of word line layers arranged alternatingly with a plurality of dielectric layers in a stack over a substrate. Higher word lines are implemented to be thicker than lower word lines in order to reduce variation in resistance among word lines.
Abstract:
Embodiments of the present disclosure describe techniques and configurations for a memory device comprising a memory array having a plurality of wordlines disposed in a memory region of a die. Fill regions may be disposed between respective pairs of adjacent wordlines of the plurality of wordlines. The fill regions may include a first dielectric layer and a second dielectric layer disposed on the first dielectric layer. The first dielectric layer may comprise organic (e.g., carbon-based) spin-on dielectric material (CSOD). The second dielectric layer may comprise a different dielectric material than the first dielectric layer, such as, for example, inorganic dielectric material. Other embodiments may be described and/or claimed.
Abstract:
To provide a semiconductor device including element layers that are stacked. A first wiring layer and a second wiring layer are stacked between a first element layer and a second element layer. A third wiring layer and a fourth wiring layer are stacked over the second element layer. Transistors of logic cells are provided in the first element layer. Wirings of the logic cells are provided in the first wiring layer or the second wiring layer. Input ports and output ports of the logic cells are provided in the third wiring layer. The input port of one of the logic cells is connected to the output port of another logic cell through the wiring of the third wiring layer or the fourth wiring layer. Connecting the logic cells through the wiring layers over the second element layer improves the efficiency of steps of arranging and connecting the logic cells.
Abstract:
The invention relates to a semiconductor device comprising: i) a substrate (1) comprising an insulating layer (2), wherein the electrically insulating layer (2) comprises a recess (99), and ii) a first conductive wire (20). The first conductive wire (20) comprises a first conductive sub-layer (22) provided within the recess (99), and comprises a second conductive sub-layer (24) provided on the first conductive sub-layer (22) forming a shunt for the first conductive sub-layer (22), wherein the first conductive sub-layer (22) comprises tungsten and the second conductive sub-layer (24) comprises aluminum, wherein the first conductive sub-layer (22) and the second conductive sub-layer (24) are substantially planar, and wherein the second conductive sub-layer (24) has substantially the same pattern as the first conductive sub-layer (22). The invention provides a semiconductor device, wherein the charge transport problem is improved, while ensuring a large packing density and a full flat-topology. This advantage is particularly useful in high-speed and/or high resolution image sensors.
Abstract:
A semiconductor device including a memory cell is provided. The memory cell comprises a transistor, a memory element and a capacitor. One of first and second electrodes of the memory element and one of first and second electrodes of the capacitor are formed by a same metal film. The metal film functioning as the one of first and second electrodes of the memory element and the one of first and second electrodes of the capacitor is overlapped with a film functioning as the other of first and second electrodes of the capacitor.
Abstract:
Methods and associated structures of forming a microelectronic device are described. Those methods may include forming a structure comprising a first contact metal disposed on a source/drain contact of a substrate, and a second contact metal disposed on a top surface of the first contact metal, wherein the second contact metal is disposed within an IlD disposed on a top surface of a metal gate disposed on the substrate.
Abstract:
A PCRAM cell has a high resistivity bottom electrode cap to provide partial heating near the interface between the cell and the bottom electrode, preventing separation of the amorphous GST region from the bottom electrode, and reducing the programming current requirements.
Abstract:
An integrated circuit includes a substrate; a sealing element spanning a periphery of the substrate that forms a protective boundary for the substrate; a plurality of copper lines spanning the substrate in at least two distinct layers contained within the protective boundary; a first conducting element disposed outside the sealing element; and one or more second conducting elements connecting at least two of the copper lines and that spans the sealing element; wherein the conducting elements are substantially non-oxidizing metals that are resistant to oxidization and that connect the copper line to the first conducting element.
Abstract:
A chromium/refractory metal alloy deposited thin film conductor (14) for use in high temperature semiconductor integrated circuit electronics suitable for operating temperatures as high as 400 DEG C. The thin film conductor (14) can be formed from a chromium tungsten alloy layer deposited on an integrated circuit surface (12). The chromium tungsten layer is then etched to form the desired conductor (10) pattern. The deposited chromium tungsten thin film conductor (10) is then heated in an atmosphere of hydrogen containing some water vapor, causing some of the chromium to diffuse to the surface and oxidize. This produces an excellent conformal passivating film (11) of Cr2O3. This also produces excellent adhesion to SiO2 and Si3N4. Further, the Cr enhances the surface mobility of sputter deposited refractory metal atoms yielding large, nonfibrous grains which enhance conformal step coverage and reduces electromigration.
Abstract translation:一种用于高温半导体集成电路电路的铬/难熔金属合金沉积薄膜导体(14),适用于高达400℃的工作温度。薄膜导体(14)可以由沉积在其上的铬钨合金层形成 在集成电路表面(12)上。 然后蚀刻铬钨层以形成所需的导体(10)图案。 然后将沉积的铬钨薄膜导体(10)在含有一些水蒸汽的氢气气氛中加热,导致一些铬扩散到表面并氧化。 这产生了优良的Cr 2 O 3的保形钝化膜(11)。 这也对SiO 2和Si 3 N 4产生优异的粘附性。 此外,Cr增强溅射沉积的难熔金属原子的表面迁移率,产生大的非纤维颗粒,这增强了适形步骤覆盖并减少了电迁移。
Abstract:
Conductive structure technology is disclosed. In one example, a conductive structure can include an interconnect and a plurality of conductive layers overlying the interconnect. Each conductive layer can be separated from an adjacent conductive layer by an insulative layer. In addition, the conductive structure can include a contact extending through the plurality of conductive layers to the interconnect. The contact can be electrically coupled to the interconnect and insulated from the plurality of conductive layers. Associated systems and methods are also disclosed.