"This text is intended to serve as an introduction to the science of microlithography, but also covers several subjects in depth, making it useful to the experienced lithographer as well. Topics directly related to manufacturing tools are addressed, including overlay, the stages of exposure, tools, and light sources. This updated edition reflects recent advances in technology, including the shift of immersion lithography from development into volume manufacturing, and the movement of EUV lithography fromthe lab to development pilot lines. New references and homework problems are included. It is expected that the reader of this book will have a foundation in basic physics and chemistry. No topics will require knowledge of mathematics beyond elementary calculus"--
This introduction to the science of microlithography focuses on the tools used to manufacture integrated circuits and explains each step in the lithographic process. Pattern formation is of central importance because the great functionality of modern microelectronics has been enabled by the ability to pack large numbers of individual transistors in a unit area of silicon. The fourth edition reflects developments in extreme ultraviolet lithography, line-edge roughness, multi-beam mask writers, and immersion lithography. Black and white photographs and micrographs are provided. Annotation ©2019 Ringgold, Inc., Portland, OR (protoview.com)