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Fly's-eye lens technique for generating semiconductor device fabrication masks

Rudge et al., 1963

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2695756698217446382
Author
Rudge W
Harding W
Mutter W
Publication year
Publication venue
IBM Journal of Research and Development

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This Communication describes an improved method for fabricating multiple-image photographic masks of high quality. Photographic masks are commonly used in the fabrication of silicon transistors and diodes. Such masks are needed in sets of five, ten, or …
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