Phase shift mask with two-phase clear feature

Details Phase shift mask with two-phase clear feature Phase shift mask with two-phase clear feature

2009-12-14

2011-11-29

Rosasco, Stephen (Department: 1721)

Radiation imagery chemistry: process, composition, or product th

Radiation modifying product or process of making

Radiation mask

Reexamination Certificate

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08067133

ABSTRACT:
Systems and methods are provided for use in photolithography. In one embodiment, a reticle is provided that comprises a phase shift and transmission control layer, wherein a gap in the phase shift and transmission control layer defines a line. Adjacent to the phase shift and transmission control layer is an optically transparent material, comprising a groove located within the line, wherein the groove comprises a region of reduced thickness in the optically transparent material. The region of reduced thickness serves to shift the phase of light passing through the groove, as compared to light passing through other regions of the optically transparent material. Thus, the reticle has a clear feature comprising light of two different phases.

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