NZO Reduction via Small Pitch Imaging-Based Overlay Targets

Cheng Ta Cheng, Hong Ching, Foster Huang, Zephyr Liu, Dor Yehuda, Michael Har-Zvi, Chris Hsieh, Penny Lin, York Yang

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Abstract

On-product overlay (OPO) control in the DRAM process has become a critical component from node to node to produce high device yield. To meet OPO node goals, Non-Zero Offset (NZO) and its stability across lots must be monitored and controlled. NZO is the bias between overlay (OVL) on-target measurement at After Development Inspection (ADI) vs. on-device measurement at After Etching Inspection (AEI). In this paper, we will present Imaging-Based Overlay (IBO) metrology data at ADI of two different marks, segmented AIM® with design rule patterns and robust AIM (rAIM®) with Moiré effect with a small pitch. NZO analysis will be presented for each target type including basic performance.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationMetrology, Inspection, and Process Control XXXVIII
EditorsMatthew J. Sendelbach, Nivea G. Schuch
PublisherSPIE
ISBN (Electronic)9781510672161
DOIs
StatePublished - 1 Jan 2024
Externally publishedYes
EventMetrology, Inspection, and Process Control XXXVIII 2024 - San Jose, United States
Duration: 26 Feb 202429 Feb 2024

Publication series

NameProceedings of SPIE - The International Society for Optical Engineering
Volume12955
ISSN (Print)0277-786X
ISSN (Electronic)1996-756X

Conference

ConferenceMetrology, Inspection, and Process Control XXXVIII 2024
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CitySan Jose
Period26/02/2429/02/24

Keywords

  • Advanced Imaging Metrology (AIM)
  • After Development Inspection (ADI)
  • After Etching Inspection (AEI)
  • Imaging-Based Overlay (IBO)
  • Non-Zero Offset (NZO)
  • Robust AIM (rAIM)
  • Wavelength tuning (WT)

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Electronic, Optical and Magnetic Materials
  • Condensed Matter Physics
  • Computer Science Applications
  • Applied Mathematics
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering

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