Methods of forming nanocrystals

Details Methods of forming nanocrystals Methods of forming nanocrystals

2005-08-09

2009-11-17

Kunemund, Robert M (Department: 1792)

Single-crystal, oriented-crystal, and epitaxy growth processes;

Forming from vapor or gaseous state

With decomposition of a precursor

C117S094000, C117S095000, C117S096000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07618492

ABSTRACT:
Methods of selectively forming nanocrystals on semiconductor devices are disclosed. Regions of a workpiece are masked with a masking material, and the nanocrystals are formed on the unmasked regions. The nanocrystals may be formed by exposing the masked workpiece to a first substance, and exposing the workpiece to at least one second substance either before or after the masking material is removed.

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