Plasma-Enhanced Atomic Layer Deposition of Boron Carbide for Interconnect Applications

Plasma-Enhanced Atomic Layer Deposition of Boron Carbide for Interconnect Applications
Author: Lauren Mikal Dorsett
Publisher:
Total Pages: 94
Release: 2018
Genre: Electronic dissertations
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As the semiconductor industry endeavors to scale integrated circuit dimensions-- decreasing layer thicknesses while increasing the aspect ratio of fillable features--the need for novel interconnect materials with highly specialized properties continues to rise. Meeting the requirements for the numerous types of materials needed, including low-k dielectrics, etch stops, metal diffusion barriers, hardmasks, spacer layers, and other pattern-assist layers, with traditional silicon-based materials is becoming increasingly challenging. As an alternative to silicon, amorphous hydrogenated boron carbide (a BC:H), grown through plasma-enhanced chemical vapor deposition (PECVD), has been demonstrated to possess excellent dielectric properties, combined with very high Young's modulus, electrical properties rivaling those of SiOC:H variants, very good chemical stability, and unique and useful etch chemistry. However, a problem with PECVD growth that will limit its long-term utility is its inability to scale while maintaining uniform, conformal coatings for very thin films. To combat the issues arising from PECVD grown boron carbide, a plasma enhanced molecular-layer-deposition-based process for the growth of BC films on metal (copper) substrates using solid carborane precursors was proposed. This thesis describes the design and construction of a reactor chamber capable of this hypothesized film growth as well as the characterization of those preliminary depositions. Monolayer carborane growths on copper substrates were demonstrated with characterization including in situ spectroscopic ellipsometry, as well as ex situ contact angle analysis and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy. The surface of the monolayer was then plasma treated and preliminary multi-layer growths were tested.

Atomic Layer Deposition Applications 2

Atomic Layer Deposition Applications 2
Author: Ana Londergan
Publisher: The Electrochemical Society
Total Pages: 300
Release: 2007
Genre: Atomic layer deposition
ISBN: 1566775426

This issue gives an overview of the cutting edge research in the various areas where Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD) can be used, enabling the identification of issues, challenges, and areas where further research is needed. Contributions include: Memory applications, Interconnects and contacts, ALD Productivity enhancement and precursor development, ALD for optical and photonic applications, and Applications in other areas, such as MEMs, nanotechnology, fabrication of sensors and catalysts, etc.

Boron Carbide Hetero-isomeric Device Fabrication by PECVD from Isomeric Precursors Ortho-carborane and Meta-carborane

Boron Carbide Hetero-isomeric Device Fabrication by PECVD from Isomeric Precursors Ortho-carborane and Meta-carborane
Author: Mirzojamshed Mirzokarimov
Publisher:
Total Pages:
Release: 2019
Genre:
ISBN:

Boron carbide semiconductor devices have a range of applications. As a neutron voltaic, the device could be used to power deep-space exploratory missions. Instead of the passive dosimetry systems used today, an active solid-state neutron detector could immediately alert workers about radiation hazards. The focus of this thesis is the fabrication of an amorphous boron carbide device by plasma enhanced chemical vapor deposition (PECVD). Isomeric carborane precursors are used to synthesize the amorphous p and n-type layers. Improved operation and handling of the PECVD reactor chamber resulted in a stable plasma capable of increased deposition rate. Therefore, quality and purity of the deposited boron carbide films also increased. X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS), spectroscopic ellipsometry, and I-V curve measurements were used to characterize the material and electronic properties of the films and devices. Furthermore, metallization and the creation of ohmic contacts with both the n-type and p-type layers were investigated

Atomic Layer Deposition for Semiconductors

Atomic Layer Deposition for Semiconductors
Author: Cheol Seong Hwang
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 266
Release: 2013-10-18
Genre: Science
ISBN: 146148054X

Offering thorough coverage of atomic layer deposition (ALD), this book moves from basic chemistry of ALD and modeling of processes to examine ALD in memory, logic devices and machines. Reviews history, operating principles and ALD processes for each device.

Scientific and Technical Aerospace Reports

Scientific and Technical Aerospace Reports
Author:
Publisher:
Total Pages: 1026
Release:
Genre: Aeronautics
ISBN:

Lists citations with abstracts for aerospace related reports obtained from world wide sources and announces documents that have recently been entered into the NASA Scientific and Technical Information Database.