Recent #Lithography news in the semiconductor industry

3 months ago

➀ The resolution in lithography is influenced by image blur in addition to wavelength and numerical aperture, which impacts image contrast and sensitivity to stochastic effects.

➁ Blur originates from various factors including flare, image fading, stage desynchronization, and electron behavior.

➂ Incorporating electron blur into lithography models is crucial for improving image resolution and reducing defectivity in advanced semiconductor manufacturing.

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5 months ago
➀ The resolution limit of EUV lithography is affected by electron blur and stochastic effects; ➁ Stochastic behavior arises from variations in electron scattering and follows Poisson statistics; ➂ As pitch decreases, higher doses are required to maintain image quality, affecting throughput and necessitating new resist materials.
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