Liquid immersion exposure apparatus, exposure method, and...

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C355S027000, C355S053000, C355S072000

Reexamination Certificate

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08040490

ABSTRACT:
A liquid immersion exposure apparatus includes: a first optical member having an exit surface via which an exposure beam exits; a first movable body movable with respect to the first optical member while holding a substrate; a cover member movable with movement of the first movable body and capable of retaining a liquid in a space formed between the exit surface and the cover member when the cover member is arranged at a position opposite to the exit surface; a first holding portion provided on the first movable body and holding the cover member; and a transport section removing the cover member from the first holding portion and moving the cover member independently from the first movable body. Upon exposing the substrate through the liquid, it is possible to suppress the deterioration of the performance which would be otherwise caused due to the cover member.

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