Active solid-state devices (e.g. – transistors – solid-state diode – Field effect device – Having insulated electrode
Reexamination Certificate
2008-03-25
2008-03-25
Wojciechowicz, Edward (Department: 2815)
Active solid-state devices (e.g., transistors, solid-state diode
Field effect device
Having insulated electrode
C257S374000, C257S401000, C257S506000, C257S622000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07348634
ABSTRACT:
A method and structure for forming a semiconductor structure. A semiconductor substrate is provided. A trench is formed within the semiconductor substrate. A first layer of electrically insulative material is formed within the trench. A first portion and a second portion of the first layer of electrically insulative material is removed. A second layer of electrically insulative material is selectively grown on the first layer comprising the removed first portion and the removed second portion.
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Furukawa Toshiharu
Hakey Mark C.
Holmes Steven J.
Horak David V.
Koburger, III Charles W.
International Business Machines - Corporation
Sabo William D.
Schmeiser Olsen & Watts
Wojciechowicz Edward
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