2. Introduction to Advanced Processes and Equipment
The chapter introduces advanced processes and specialized equipment necessary for modern semiconductor fabrication, emphasizing the need for precision as device dimensions shrink to the nanometer scale. It covers various fabrication techniques, the role of automation and AI in optimizing manufacturing processes, and the importance of maintaining ultra-clean environments. Furthermore, it highlights specific equipment and process steps involved in advanced semiconductor manufacturing.
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What we have learnt
- Key fabrication processes include photolithography, atomic layer deposition, and chemical mechanical planarization.
- Advanced semiconductor manufacturing relies on state-of-the-art equipment and cleanroom environments to achieve high precision.
- The integration of automation and AI significantly enhances production efficiency and yields in semiconductor fabrication.
Key Concepts
- -- Photolithography
- A process used to transfer patterns onto a substrate using light, essential for creating integrated circuits.
- -- Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD)
- A thin film deposition technique that deposits material one atomic layer at a time, ensuring uniform and conformal coatings.
- -- Cleanroom
- A controlled environment with low levels of pollutants, where semiconductor manufacturing processes are carried out.
- -- Automation
- The use of technology to perform tasks without human intervention, which helps in reducing error rates and improving process consistency.
- -- EUV Lithography
- A cutting-edge lithography technique that uses extreme ultraviolet light for printing intricate patterns at very small scales.
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