Method for determining and correcting reticle variations

Details Method for determining and correcting reticle variations Method for determining and correcting reticle variations

2007-11-27

2007-11-27

Young, Christorpher G. (Department: 1756)

Radiation imagery chemistry: process, composition, or product th

Radiation modifying product or process of making

Radiation mask

C430S030000, C430S945000, C382S144000

Reexamination Certificate

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11394177

ABSTRACT:
Disclosed are techniques for determining and correcting reticle variations using a reticle global variation map generated by comparing a set of measured reticle parameters to a set of reference reticle parameters. The measured reticle parameters are obtained by reticle inspection, and the variation map identifies reticle regions and associated levels of correction. In one embodiment, the variation data is communicated to a system which modifies the reticle by embedding scattering centers within the reticle at identified reticle regions, thereby improving the variations. In another embodiment the variation data is transferred to a wafer stepper or scanner which in turn modifies the conditions under which the reticle is used to manufacture wafers, thereby compensating for the variations and producing wafers that are according to design.

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