Radiant energy – Irradiation of objects or material – Irradiation of semiconductor devices
Reexamination Certificate
2007-03-30
2009-06-23
Souw, Bernard E (Department: 2881)
Radiant energy
Irradiation of objects or material
Irradiation of semiconductor devices
C250S492300, C204S192100, C204S192300, C204S192340, C257SE21583
Reexamination Certificate
active
07550748
ABSTRACT:
Embodiments of an apparatus and methods for correcting systematic non-uniformities using a gas cluster ion beam are generally described herein. Other embodiments may be described and claimed.
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Caliendo Steve
Hofmeester Nicholas J.
Souw Bernard E
TEL Epion Inc.
Wood Herron & Evans LLP
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