18153708. METHOD OF OPERATING SEMICONDUCTOR APPARATUS simplified abstract (Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co., Ltd.)
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METHOD OF OPERATING SEMICONDUCTOR APPARATUS
Organization Name
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co., Ltd.
Inventor(s)
Shih-Ming Chang of Hsinchu County (TW)
Chiu-Hsiang Chen of Hsinchu County (TW)
Ru-Gun Liu of Hsinchu County (TW)
METHOD OF OPERATING SEMICONDUCTOR APPARATUS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18153708 titled 'METHOD OF OPERATING SEMICONDUCTOR APPARATUS
Simplified Explanation
The abstract describes a method for operating a semiconductor apparatus that involves generating an air flow to remove particles from a photomask, and then irradiating the photomask with light through a covering structure.
- The method involves generating an air flow to blow particles away from a photomask.
- The photomask is moved over a covering structure to facilitate the removal of particles.
- The photomask is then irradiated with light through a light transmission region of the covering structure.
Potential Applications
- This method can be used in semiconductor manufacturing processes.
- It can improve the quality and accuracy of photolithography processes.
- It can be applied in the production of integrated circuits and other semiconductor devices.
Problems Solved
- The method solves the problem of particles getting attached to the photomask during semiconductor manufacturing processes.
- It addresses the issue of particle contamination that can negatively impact the quality and performance of semiconductor devices.
- It helps to ensure the integrity of the photomask and improve the overall yield of the manufacturing process.
Benefits
- The method improves the cleanliness and reliability of semiconductor manufacturing processes.
- It reduces the risk of defects and errors caused by particle contamination.
- It enhances the efficiency and accuracy of photolithography processes, leading to higher quality semiconductor devices.
Original Abstract Submitted
A method of operating a semiconductor apparatus includes generating an air flow that flows from a covering structure; causing a photomask to move over the covering structure such that particles attached to the photomask are blown away from the photomask by the air flow; and irradiating the photomask with light through a light transmission region of the covering structure.