Atomic Layer Etching to Reduce Pattern Loading in High-K Dielectric Layer

    公开(公告)号:US20230135155A1

    公开(公告)日:2023-05-04

    申请号:US17648431

    申请日:2022-01-20

    摘要: A method includes forming a first trench and a second trench in a base structure. The first trench has a first aspect ratio, and the second trench has a second aspect ratio lower than the first aspect ratio. A deposition process is then performed to deposit a layer. The layer includes a first portion extending into the first trench, and a second portion extending into the second trench. The first portion has a first thickness. The second portion has a second thickness greater than the first thickness by a first difference. The method further includes performing an etch-back process to etch the layer. After the etch-back process, the first portion has a third thickness, and the second portion has a fourth thickness. A second difference between the third thickness and the fourth thickness is smaller than the first difference.