Active solid-state devices (e.g. – transistors – solid-state diode – Combined with electrical contact or lead – Of specified material other than unalloyed aluminum
Reexamination Certificate
2011-08-30
2011-08-30
Weiss, Howard (Department: 2814)
Active solid-state devices (e.g., transistors, solid-state diode
Combined with electrical contact or lead
Of specified material other than unalloyed aluminum
C257S759000, C257S760000, C257S761000, C257S762000, C257S763000, C257S764000, C257S781000
Reexamination Certificate
active
08008775
ABSTRACT:
A system and method for forming post passivation metal structures is described. Metal interconnections and high quality electrical components, such as inductors, transformers, capacitors, or resistors are formed on a layer of passivation, or on a thick layer of polymer over a passivation layer.
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Chou Chien-Kang
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Lin Mou-Shiung
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Megica Corporation
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