Nano-particle interaction during chemical-mechanical polishing

Dedy Ng, Milind Kulkarni, Hong Liang, Yeau Ren Jeng, Pai Yau Huang

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Abstract

We investigate the particle adhering and removal processes during CMP and post-CMP cleaning. The mechanical interaction between abrasive particles and wafer surface was studied using a microcontact wear model. This model considers the particle effects between the polishing interfaces during load balancing. Experimental results on polishing and cleaning are compared with numerical analysis. This study suggests that during post-CMP cleaning, a combined effort in chemical and mechanical interaction (tribochemical interactions) would be effective in removal small particles during cleaning. For large particles, more mechanical forces would be more effective.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationProceedings of the World Tribology Congress III - 2005
PublisherAmerican Society of Mechanical Engineers
Pages389-390
Number of pages2
ISBN (Print)0791842029, 9780791842027
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2005
Event2005 World Tribology Congress III - Washington, D.C., United States
Duration: 2005 Sept 122005 Sept 16

Publication series

NameProceedings of the World Tribology Congress III - 2005

Other

Other2005 World Tribology Congress III
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityWashington, D.C.
Period05-09-1205-09-16

All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes

  • General Engineering

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