Recent Progress in Inorganic Metal-Oxide-Based Photoresists For EUVL


A technical paper titled "Recent Advances in Metal-Oxide-Based Photoresists for EUV Lithography" was published by researchers at University of South–Eastern Norway. Abstract: "Extreme ultraviolet lithography (EUVL) is a leading technology in semiconductor manufacturing, enabling the creation of high-resolution patterns essential for advanced microelectronics. This review highlights recent... » read more

Hybrid Photoresist Capable Of High-Resolution, Positive-Tone EUVL Patterning


A technical paper titled “Vapor-Phase Infiltrated Organic–Inorganic Positive-Tone Hybrid Photoresist for Extreme UV Lithography” was published by researchers at Stony Brook University, Brookhaven National Laboratory, and University of Texas at Dallas. Abstract: "Continuing extreme downscaling of semiconductor devices, essential for high performance and energy efficiency of future microe... » read more

EUVL: Extreme Ultraviolet Lithography Research, Development, And Manufacturing (NIST)


A special paper titled “Report from the Extreme Ultraviolet (EUV) Lithography Working Group Meeting: Current State, Needs, and Path Forwards” was published by researchers at National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). Abstract: "This is the report of a hybrid working group meeting held on April 25, 2023, at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) in Boulder, C... » read more

High-NA EUVL: the next major step in lithography


"In the course of 2025, we expect to see the introduction of the first high-NA extreme ultraviolet (EUV) lithography equipment in high-volume manufacturing environments. These next-generation lithography systems will be key to advance Moore’s Law towards the logic 2nm technology generation and beyond. In this article, imec scientists and engineers involved in preparing this major engine... » read more

Comparative Stochastic Process Variation Bands For N7, N5, And N3 At EUV


By Alessandro Vaglio Preta, Trey Gravesa, David Blankenshipa, Kunlun Baib, Stewart Robertsona, Peter De Bisschopc, John J. Biaforea a) KLA-Tencor Corporation, Austin, TX 78759, U.S.A. b) KLA-Tencor Corporation, Milpitas, CA 95035, U.S.A. c) IMEC, Kapeldreef 75, 3000, BE ABSTRACT Stochastics effects are the ultimate limiter of optical lithography technology and are a major concern for n... » read more

Advanced Lithography: Moore’s Law Moves On


Every February, experts in nano patterning technologies converge in San Jose, Calif., to present their road maps, brainstorms and results at the SPIE Advanced Lithography Symposium. This year, there was more confusion than ever, partly the result of sessions in unlabeled (but beautiful) new ballrooms at the Convention Center, but mostly because of industry divergences. There is no longer a s... » read more