Abstract:
An X-ray mask can be manufactured by forming an X-ray transmitting thin film on a mask support, forming an X-ray absorber thin film on the X-ray transmitting thin film, and patterning the X-ray absorber thin film with a desired pattern to form an X-ray absorber pattern. Prior to the patterning, at least one inert element with an atomic number greater than that of neon is ion-implanted in the X-ray absorber thin film.
Abstract:
A method of forming a semiconductor device, according to an embodiment of the present invention, comprises a step of forming a sacrificial layer over a first surface of a workpiece having the first surface and an opposite second surface. A membrane is formed over the sacrificial layer. A through hole passing through the workpiece is etched from the second surface to expose the surface of the sacrificial layer. At least one portion of the sacrificial layer is removed from the second surface to form a cavity under the membrane. The cavity is aligned with the membrane.
Abstract:
평면의 캐비티(planar cavity) 미세전자기계시스템 (MEMS) 스트럭처들, 제조 방법들 및 디자인 스트럭처가 제공된다. 상기 방법은 리버스 다마신 공정을 사용하여 평면을 갖는 적어도 하나의 미세전자기계시스템 (MEMS) 캐비티 (60a, 60b)를 형성하는 단계를 포함한다.
Abstract:
PURPOSE: A method for manufacturing micromechanical functional elements is provided to prevent a pressure stress at a polysilicon layer. CONSTITUTION: A method for manufacturing micromechanical functional elements comprises a step of depositing a protecting layer(6) of an oxide or a nitride on a function element(4) made of polysilicon using a LPCVD(low pressure chemical vapor deposition) technology. In the method, the function element with a layer-shaped structure is previously fabricated. Both sides of the function element are partially etched to be exposed. The protecting layer has a thickness of 5nm-50nm and the protecting layer is deposited to cover the entire exposed area of the function element. In case the protecting layer is formed of a silicon nitride, the protecting layer has a thickness of 10nm-20nm.
Abstract:
A method of forming a Micro-Electro-Mechanical System (MEMS) includes forming a lower electrode on a first insulator layer within a cavity of the MEMS. The method further includes forming an upper electrode over another insulator material on top of the lower electrode which is at least partially in contact with the lower electrode. The forming of the lower electrode and the upper electrode includes adjusting a metal volume of the lower electrode and the upper electrode to modify beam bending.
Abstract:
A method of forming a Micro-Electro-Mechanical System (MEMS) includes forming a lower electrode on a first insulator layer within a cavity of the MEMS. The method further includes forming an upper electrode over another insulator material on top of the lower electrode which is at least partially in contact with the lower electrode. The forming of the lower electrode and the upper electrode includes adjusting a metal volume of the lower electrode and the upper electrode to modify beam bending.
Abstract:
A mechanical resonator includes a spring-mass system, wherein the spring-mass system comprises a phase-change material. The mechanical resonator typically comprises an electrical circuit portion, coupled to the phase-change material to alter a phase configuration within the phase-change material. Methods of operation are also disclosed.
Abstract:
A method of forming at least one Micro-Electro-Mechanical System (MEMS) includes forming a beam structure and an electrode on an insulator layer, remote from the beam structure. The method further includes forming at least one sacrificial layer over the beam structure, and remote from the electrode. The method further includes forming a lid structure over the at least one sacrificial layer and the electrode. The method further includes providing simultaneously a vent hole through the lid structure to expose the sacrificial layer and to form a partial via over the electrode. The method further includes venting the sacrificial layer to form a cavity. The method further includes sealing the vent hole with material. The method further includes forming a final via in the lid structure to the electrode, through the partial via.