Electricity: electrical systems and devices – Electrostatic capacitors – Fixed capacitor
Reexamination Certificate
2006-02-14
2006-02-14
Thomas, Eric W. (Department: 2831)
Electricity: electrical systems and devices
Electrostatic capacitors
Fixed capacitor
C361S312000, C257S303000
Reexamination Certificate
active
06999298
ABSTRACT:
Disclosed is a high-performance, RF-capable MIM capacitor structure and process for the manufacture thereof, which are compatible with discrete or integrated processes. The invention is compatible with standard semiconductor processing techniques and provides increased capacitance per unit area for a wide variety of capacitor requirements. The invention exploits vertical dimensions, reduces the chip area required for capacitors, and facilitates the use of advanced materials, such as high-k dielectric materials.
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Goldston Michael Paul
Hackler, Sr. Douglas R.
Hayhurst Richard Alan
American Semiconductor, Inc.
Stoel Rives LLP
Thomas Eric W.
Thompson John R.
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