Exposure apparatus, stage apparatus, and device fabrication method for transferring a pattern of a reticle onto a substrate

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PATENT NO 9632432
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14219101

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The present invention provides an exposure apparatus which transfers a pattern of a reticle onto a substrate, including a stage configured to place the reticle, a holding mechanism configured to hold the reticle placed on the stage, a driving unit configured to drive the stage, a determination unit configured to determine a feature including at least one of a type or shape of the reticle placed on the stage, and a decision unit configured to decide, based on the feature determined by the determination unit, at least one of a holding state of the reticle held by the holding mechanism, or control regarding driving of the stage.

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  • CANON KABUSHIKI KAISHA

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Hayakawa, Takashi Utsunomiya, JP 70 515

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