Reflective mask for short wavelength lithography

Radiation imagery chemistry: process – composition – or product th – Radiation modifying product or process of making – Radiation mask

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ABSTRACT:
A methodology for forming a reflective mask is disclosed. The mask facilitates accurate pattern transfers as a substantially defect free reflective coating is formed therein. The mask can generally be formed according to four main steps, for example, which include depositing a reflective coating (e.g., formed of multiple layers) over a substrate, patterning and then inspecting for defects a masking material formed over the reflective coating, correcting such defects and finally patterning the reflective coating with the patterned masking material serving as a guide.

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