Liquid flow proximity sensor for use in immersion lithography

作者: Kevin J. Violette

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关键词: PorosityCommunication channelChemistryOpticsSnubberFlow (psychology)Proximity sensorController (computing)Immersion lithographyMass flow rate

摘要: An apparatus and method for precisely detecting very small distances between a measurement probe surface, more particularly to proximity sensor using constant liquid flow sensing mass rate within bridge detect distances. Within the use of restrictor and/or snubber made porous material controller enables detection in nanometer sub-nanometer range. A further embodiment wherein channel is connected multiple branches.

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