Method and apparatus for conditioning a polishing pad with sonic energy

作者: Robert G. Boehm , Helmuth Treichel , Michael S. Lacy , Alan J. Jensen , Allan M. Radman

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关键词: WaferEnergy (signal processing)EngineeringAcousticsPolishingMechanical engineeringTransducer

摘要: A method and apparatus for conditioning a polishing pad is described, wherein the has surface semiconductor wafer. The includes positioning sonic energy generator above of pad, applying to pad. adapted be positioned surface, including transducer, liquid carrier in flow communication with transducer transmits into applied belt.

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